Transportation Engineer - Traffic & Technology

Olsson; Lincoln, Omaha (NE, NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Positive community impact

Wellness program

Job summary

Olsson’s Transportation team is seeking a Transportation Engineer – Traffic & Technology to design signals, ITS projects, and traffic analyses for diverse transportation programs. Based in Lincoln or Omaha, NE, you will work with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safety and mobility improvements.

Candidates typically have 3–8 years in traffic/ transportation engineering, FE/EI certification, and a Civil Engineering degree; PE licensure is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in traffic/transportation engineering.
• FE exam completed and EI/EIT certification required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Design signals, pavement markings, signing and temporary traffic control.
• Evaluate safety and operational performance of transportation systems.
• Analyze traffic data and develop mobility and safety recommendations.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

3–8 years of experience in traffic and

team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Synchro

Job description

Transportation Engineer - Traffic & Technology

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 street lighting design, corridor and traffic impact analysis, and ITS work while contributing to the delivery of a wide variety of transportation projects. We are seeking professionals with approximately 3 to 8 years of relevant experience and will tailor the responsibilities and level of ownership based on the selected candidate’s background and expertise.

You will design signals, pavement markings, signing, temporary traffic control, and other permanent traffic control 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 on increasing ownership of project tasks, technical analyses, and design decisions. You will apply sound engineering judgment and continue developing your expertise in traffic operations, safety, transportation technology, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being based in either our Lincoln, NE, or Omaha, NE office.

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 effectively as part of a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 3–8 years of experience in traffic and/or transportation engineering.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is welcome but not required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design software.

Familiarity with Synchro preferred, but not required.

Working knowledge of the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) and its application to traffic operations and capacity analyses.

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:

• 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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