Traffic Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to improving infrastructure and building better communities. As a Traffic Engineer, you will work on innovative projects that challenge the norms of traffic engineering. This role involves designing traffic signals, conducting operational analyses, and utilizing advanced traffic modeling software to create effective solutions. With a commitment to quality and a collaborative team environment, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on transportation systems across the mid-Atlantic region and beyond. If you are passionate about traffic engineering and ready to take on exciting challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Competitive salary

Paid leave and holidays

Healthcare and insurance options

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Parental and maternity leave

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of progressive traffic engineering experience.
• Design experience with traffic control devices and signals.

Responsibilities

• Designing traffic signals, signing, markings, and lighting.
• Conducting safety and operations studies using traffic modeling software.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Traffic Modeling

Communication Skills

Technical Writing

Organizational Skills

Education

B.S.C.E degree

Tools

VISSIM

VISUM

Synchro/SimTraffic

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 105 years and are known for our quality work and employees. This is your chance to join our team and help design infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

We are currently seeking an experienced Traffic Engineer to join our Traffic Engineering Group in our Mechanicsburg, PA office. The role involves working with traffic analysis and design teams, performing operational analyses, developing technical solutions, and preparing reports and presentations. The design team handles traffic signals, signing, markings, ITS devices, and maintenance of traffic.

Responsibilities:

Our Traffic Department works on projects across the mid-Atlantic region (PA, MD, DE, VA) and nationally. Our work is challenging and innovative, often at the forefront of traffic engineering. Responsibilities include designing traffic signals, signing, markings, lighting, work zone traffic control, ITS devices; conducting safety and operations studies; and utilizing traffic modeling software like Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM, and VISUM. Projects range from small intersection improvements to complex interchanges and multimodal transportation plans.

Position may require working at client sites.

Requirements:

• B.S.C.E degree
• 5-10 years of progressive traffic engineering experience
• Basic understanding of traffic modeling (macro, meso, micro)
• Experience with VISSIM, VISUM, HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic, CORSIM, Quickzone
• Design experience with traffic control devices, signals, signing, markings, ITS, and lighting
• Knowledge of AASHTO, MUTCD, Highway Capacity Manual, Highway Safety Manual
• Licensed Professional Engineer; PTOE certification a plus
• Experience with PennDOT projects a plus
• Proficiency with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication, technical writing, and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and team-oriented approach

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Flexible work schedules
• Competitive salary
• Paid leave and holidays
• Healthcare and insurance options
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Parental and maternity leave

Whitman, Requardt & Associates is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. We do not sponsor visas for this position.

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Position # 2078