Traffic Engineer - Entry Level

ZipRecruiter; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Traffic Engineer to join their team. This exciting role involves performing traffic studies and designing innovative solutions for transportation projects, from small intersections to complex interchanges. You will have the opportunity to work with state and local agencies, utilizing advanced modeling tools and techniques. With a commitment to employee success, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible work schedules and tuition reimbursement. If you are passionate about improving infrastructure and have a knack for technical writing and communication, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule options

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave benefits

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of traffic engineering experience required.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform traffic studies and designs for transportation projects.
• Develop creative technical solutions and prepare reports.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Traffic Operations Modeling

VISSIM

MicroStation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

VISSIM

VISUM

HCS

Synchro/SimTraffic

SIDRA

MicroStation

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

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

This position will involve performing traffic studies, analysis and/or traffic designs for transportation projects. Assignments will include identifying and developing creative technical solutions and preparing traffic designs, technical reports and presentations. Candidates must have excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills and have the ability to be highly responsive to clients.

Responsibilities

Project assignments can range from small-scale intersection improvements to complex interchanges and corridors. Specific assignments would include traffic operations modeling, simulations, capacity analysis, safety studies, transportation planning studies, travel demand modeling and forecasting, and design of traffic control devices including signals, signing, pavement markings, ITS devices and lighting.

Our clientele includes a wide range of state and local agencies, including DELDOT and numerous Delaware localities.

Desirable Skills/Achievements

• BSCE with 0-5 years of traffic engineering experience
• Experience or knowledge of VISSIM, VISUM, HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic, SIDRA
• Experience in the design of traffic control devices including signals, signing, pavement markings, ITS devices and lighting
• Experience working with MicroStation
• Exceptional communication, technical writing, presentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

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Position # 1831