Traffic Engineer

GCW, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GCW, Inc. is seeking a Traffic/Transportation Engineer in Reno, NV. You will perform traffic analyses, design studies, and support roadway projects across clients in public and private sectors.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, traffic models, signal design, and cost estimates, with supervision of interns and staff as needed. A BS in civil engineering and EIT certification are required, with 2+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Engineer-In-Training certification required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in traffic/transportation engineering.
• Must be able to read and comprehend detailed reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical studies, submittals, traffic design plans for public works and private developments.
• Prepare Preliminary Design Reports and traffic studies, models, and signal design.
• Perform traffic operations analysis using Synchro/SimTraffic, SIDRA, VISTRO, VISSIM.
• Design traffic signals, pedestrians, and roundabouts as needed.
• Prepare engineering calculations and cost estimates.
• Oversee project tasks and assist in proposal preparation.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical report writing

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Engineer-In-Training certification

Tools

Synchro/SimTraffic

SIDRA

VISTRO

VISSIM

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Uses advanced techniques, theory, and best practices to perform traffic engineering for public and private sector clients. Serves as a technical specialist, performing traffic analyses, traffic engineering design, preparing studies and reports, and supporting transportation projects throughout the company. Provides technical support for roadway and intersection design efforts including participation in transportation planning and design. Manages small projects and proposals.

• Preparation of technical studies, submittals, traffic design plans, and general support for public works projects and private developments.
• Preparation of Preliminary Design Reports, Traffic Studies, Traffic Models/Simulations, Traffic Signal Design, Arterial and freeway design elements including roadside safety, Utility Coordination, addressing utility/agency/project manager red lines and comments to plans.
• Perform high quality technical work including traffic operations analysis using Synchro/SimTraffic, SIDRA, VISTRO, VISSIM and similar software, warrant analyses per MUTCD, safety analysis, and parking studies.
• Perform signal, pedestrian feature, and roundabout design tasks.
• Preparation of engineering calculations and cost estimates.
• Day-to-day project management activity as assigned, including scheduling and budget management.
• Assist in the proposal preparation for new contracts, including fee estimates and project scope.
• Review, revise and stamp engineering reports, specifications, and drawings within area of expertise.
• Oversee work of engineering interns and/or technical staff on project-specific tasks.

Essential Responsibilities

• Preparation of technical studies, submittals, traffic design plans, and general support for public works projects and private developments.
• Preparation of Preliminary Design Reports, Traffic Studies, Traffic Models/Simulations, Traffic Signal Design, Arterial and freeway design elements including roadside safety, Utility Coordination, addressing utility/agency/project manager red lines and comments to plans.
• Perform high quality technical work including traffic operations analysis using Synchro/SimTraffic, SIDRA, VISTRO, VISSIM and similar software, warrant analyses per MUTCD, safety analysis, and parking studies.
• Perform signal, pedestrian feature, and roundabout design tasks.
• Preparation of engineering calculations and cost estimates.
• Day-to-day project management activity as assigned, including scheduling and budget management.
• Assist in the proposal preparation for new contracts, including fee estimates and project scope.
• Review, revise and stamp engineering reports, specifications, and drawings within area of expertise.
• Oversee work of engineering interns and/or technical staff on project-specific tasks.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experience using Synchro/SimTraffic, SIDRA, VISTRO, VISSIM and similar software.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD software and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and Project).
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and oral communications.
• Must be able to read and comprehend detailed correspondence and reports.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Must be efficient in performing quality work for a variety of internal and external clients.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position may/may not have supervisory and/or oversight responsibilities.

Education And Experience Requirements

Bachelor's of Science degree in Civil Engineering or appropriate related engineering discipline. Minimum two (2) years of experience in traffic engineering or transportation engineering.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

This position requires Engineer-In-Training certification and a valid driver’s license.

• Please note this job description is designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job description is not intended to create or imply an employment contract; the employee/employer relationship remains at-will.