Transportation Engineer - Traffic Technology

Olsson; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus system based on performance

Job summary

Olsson’s Transportation Engineer – Traffic Technology team seeks an Assistant Engineer to design traffic signals, roundabouts, pavement markings, signs, and multimodal facilities using CAD software. You will conduct traffic studies, evaluate safety and operation, and help optimize roadway designs to improve safety and reduce congestion.

Collaborative work, ownership in your designs, and delivering high-quality results are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• 0–4 years of engineering experience.
• Must obtain or have an Engineer Intern (EI) certificate.
• Experience with AutoCAD (or similar software).

Responsibilities

• Design traffic signals, roundabouts, pavement markings, signs, and multimodal facilities using CAD.
• Conduct traffic studies for public and private clients.
• Evaluate safety and operational performance of transportation systems.
• Analyze traffic patterns and data to optimize roadway designs and reduce congestion.

Skills

Teamwork

Ownership in work

Community impact

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer Intern (EI) certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Transportation Engineer – Traffic Technology

Job Description

Olsson’s Traffic/Technology team offers comprehensive traffic services, including traffic operation studies, pedestrian circulation studies, intersection improvement/design projects, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). We specialize in traffic signal design and timing, pavement marking design, street lighting analysis, and complex citywide safety studies and signal system improvements. Through our work, we enhance transportation infrastructure and positively impact the communities we serve.

As an Assistant Engineer for the Traffic/Technology team, you will use CAD software to create design plans, perform traffic studies, and assist in other traffic analysis‑related work. Your responsibilities will include designing traffic signals, roundabouts, pavement markings, signs, facilities for vehicular and multimodal users, and temporary traffic control. You will conduct traffic studies for both public and private clients, evaluate the safety and operational performance of transportation systems, and analyze traffic patterns and data to optimize roadway designs, manage congestion, and enhance road safety.

Qualifications

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 0–4 years of engineering experience.
• Must obtain or have an Engineer Intern (EI) certificate.
• Experience with AutoCAD (or similar software).

$79,000 – $116,000 USD

Additional Information

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.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths.
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements.
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities.
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Receive the traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and have the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.