Transportation Engineer - Traffic/Technology

Olsson Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Traffic Engineer to join their team in Lincoln, NE. In this role, you will leverage your engineering expertise to provide high-quality design solutions that positively impact communities. You will work collaboratively on traffic operation studies, signal design, and various projects that enhance urban infrastructure. The company offers a supportive environment that fosters professional growth, with opportunities for mentorship and ownership through their Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Join a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the world around us.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) match

Wellness program

Bonus system

Flexible work arrangements

Health care

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of engineering experience with a focus on traffic engineering.
• EI certificate or PE license is required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize CAD software to create detailed design plans.
• Conduct and support traffic studies and analyze traffic patterns.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Engineering Design

Traffic Analysis

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Synchro

Job description

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 Traffic/Technology team provides clients with a single resource for both traditional and niche traffic services. Our team handles traffic operation studies, pedestrian circulation studies, and intersection improvement/design projects. We specialize in traffic signal design and have notable expertise in signal timing. Additionally, we work on pavement marking design, street lighting analysis and design, DMS boards, bike ped-trail alignments, and evaluating and designing Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Our team is also proficient in more complex projects, including conducting citywide safety studies and improving signal systems.

As a traffic engineer, you will leverage your experience and judgement to provide high-quality solutions to meet engineering design needs. Your responsibilities will include utilizing CAD software to create detailed design plans, conducting and supporting traffic studies, analyzing traffic patterns and data, contributing to a variety of different projects, and providing mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced staff.

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Lincoln, NE or Omaha, NE office location.

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:

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 2-5 years of engineering experience
• EI certificate or PE license
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Microstation (or similar software)
• Synchro experience is preferred, but not required

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.

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.