Traffic Systems Engineer I — ITS & Corridor Design

JMT; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a dynamic, employee-owned consulting firm providing engineering, architecture, IT, and related services across the United States. The Traffic Engineering role focuses on designing signals, roadway lighting, ITS, and corridor-level timing, with field work and client interactions throughout the Southeastern US.

The ideal candidate holds an ABET-accredited engineering degree, 5–10 years of experience, and an active PE license (or EIT with a plan to obtain NC/SC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, systems, or civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 5–10 years of experience in the specialized discipline.
• Active PE license for civil candidates; EIT acceptable for non-civil candidates with ability to obtain NC and SC PE within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Traffic signal and roadway lighting design, including CAD and field work.
• ITS, signal interconnection, and emerging traffic technology design.
• Signal timing at a corridor level with field-based fine tuning and implementation.
• Support of traffic safety projects and other Smart Mobility projects.
• Signal cabinet wiring and signal controller programming.
• Analyze survey data to plan projects and tasks.
• Prepare and compile contract plans, specifications and estimates.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and ensure design alignment.

Skills

Communication

Driver's license

Motor Vehicle screening

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Professional Engineer (PE) license

EIT certification with NC/SC PE plan

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a dynamic, employee-owned consulting firm providing engineering, architecture, IT, and related services across the United States. The Traffic Engineering role focuses on designing signals, roadway lighting, ITS, and corridor-level timing, with field work and client interactions throughout the Southeastern US.

The ideal candidate holds an ABET-accredited engineering degree, 5–10 years of experience, and an active PE license (or EIT with a plan to obtain NC/SC