Traffic Engineer - Rail

Olsson; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and design firm is seeking a Traffic Engineer specializing in Rail. This role involves traffic signal preemption design, traffic operations studies, and collaborating on complex projects. With flexible work options, this position offers an opportunity to positively affect communities through innovative solutions.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) match

Wellness program

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus system

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of traffic or transportation engineering experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with traffic and preemption analysis/design.
• Perform site visits and assist with plan/study preparation.
• Work closely with others on complex projects.

Skills

Collaboration

Client service

Problem-solving

Math skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineering Intern Certificate (EI)

Tools

AutoCAD

Synchro

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Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Olsson’s Rail Traffic experts provide clients with a single resource for services such as traffic signal preemption design, grade crossing safety design, traffic operations studies, and other related services. As a Traffic Engineer for the Rail Traffic team, you will assist with traffic and preemption analysis/design, perform site visits, assist with plan or study preparation, and work closely with others on complex projects.

Olsson currently has one opportunity for a Traffic Engineer to support our Rail Traffic team. This role offers flexible work options, including remote and hybrid opportunities, to accommodate diverse working preferences and promote work-life balance. Candidates can work hybrid schedules, work remotely, or work out of any Olsson office location in Irvine, CA, Denver, CO, Colorado Springs, CO, Loveland, CO, Phoenix, AZ, Omaha, NE, Lincoln, NE, and Utah - Remote.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Providing industry leading client service
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
  
  

You Bring To The Team

• 2-4 years of traffic or transportation engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Engineering Intern Certificate (EI) preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (or similar software)
• Proficiency in Synchro (or similar software)
• Strong problem-solving and math skills
  
  

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range

$77,000 - $113,000 USD

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

California Pay Range

$88,000 - $116,000 USD

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

Benefits

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  
  

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.

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