Traffic Engineer

GAI Consultants Inc.; Canton (OH, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established and growing multi-discipline engineering firm is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join its Transportation and Infrastructure Unit. This role involves designing traffic engineering elements, conducting traffic analysis, and preparing technical documents for major roadway projects. The company offers a collaborative environment with tremendous growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and generous paid time off. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact in the field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) Company Match

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in traffic engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License required.

Responsibilities

• Design traffic engineering elements and conduct traffic analysis.
• Prepare technical documents and manage project tasks.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Traffic Analysis

Safety Data Collection

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Engineering

Tools

Highway Capacity Software (HCS)

Synchro

Sidra

PTV Software (Vissim/Vistro/Visum)

Job description

paid time off, paid holidays, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

GAI Consultants has a career-building opportunity for a Traffic Engineer within our Transportation and Infrastructure Unit's traffic design group. GAI is an established and growing multi-discipline engineering firm with tremendous growth opportunities. This position can be based out of multiple office locations and has the opportunity for a sign-on Bonus.

Responsibilities

• Design of traffic engineering elements including traffic signals, roadway lighting, signage and pavement markings, ITS infrastructure, and work zone traffic control.
• Traffic analysis and modeling utilizing various software tools such as Highway Capacity Software (HCS), Synchro, Sidra, and PTV software tools (Vissim/Vistro/Visum).
• Safety data collection and analysis including crash data review, crash rate calculations, and Highway Safety Manual (HSM) analysis.
• Development related traffic impact analysis
• Preparation of Transportation Management Plans for major roadway improvement projects
• Preparation of traffic related technical documents and reports
• Related field work and site visits

General Characteristics

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• Applies teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 4+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License

Technical Responsibilities

• Occasionally designs portions of a project, system, component, or process.
• Prepares plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.

Project and Task Management

• Occasionally assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
• Occasionally plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility

• Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Mentors junior staff by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.

Communication Skills

• Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement