Transportation Engineer - Traffic Technology

Olsson; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tailored development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Bonus system

Job summary

Olsson, a Des Moines-based engineering firm, seeks a Traffic Engineer to join its Traffic/Technology team. You will perform traffic studies, prepare design plans, and contribute to a wide range of transportation projects, including signal design and ITS.

The role emphasizes collaboration with project managers and clients, ownership of tasks, and ongoing professional development. A Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, FE/EIT, and AutoCAD experience are required or preferred, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 2–6 years of traffic/transportation engineering experience.
• FE exam passed and EI/EIT certification required.
• Experience with AutoCAD; Synchro and OSP Fiber preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform traffic studies and prepare design plans for transportation projects.
• Design traffic signals, roundabouts, pavement markings, and ITS elements.
• Evaluate safety and operational performance of transportation systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

FE/EIT certification

AutoCAD

Excel data analysis

Synchro

OSP Fiber

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

FE/EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Synchro

OSP Fiber

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

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

As a Traffic Engineer, you will perform traffic studies, prepare design plans, and contribute to the delivery of a wide variety of transportation projects. You will design traffic signals, roundabouts, pavement markings, signing, temporary traffic control, and facilities for vehicular and multimodal users. Additionally, you will evaluate the safety and operational performance of transportation systems, analyze traffic data, and develop recommendations that enhance mobility and roadway safety.

In this role, you will collaborate with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams while taking ownership of project tasks and technical analyses. You will apply sound engineering judgment, contribute to design decisions, and continue developing your expertise in traffic operations, safety, transportation technology, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 2-6 years of traffic and/or transportation engineering experience.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and possession of an Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification required.
• Experience with AutoCAD (or similar software).
• Synchro experience preferred, but not required.
• OSP Fiber experience preferred, but not required.
• Skilled in using Excel for data analysis and complex formula creation preferred.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• 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

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

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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