Transportation Engineer - Traffic/Technology

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Traffic/Technology Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on enhancing transportation systems and improving traffic operations within communities. You will lead innovative projects, engage in collaborative efforts, and have ownership over your work, making a tangible difference in the lives of residents. With a commitment to sustainability and community improvement, this opportunity offers a chance to grow professionally while contributing to meaningful projects. Join a forward-thinking firm that values its employees and fosters a culture of learning and development.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) match

Wellness program

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus system

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of experience in traffic engineering or ITS projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic planning, studies, design, and operations tasks.
• Shape the future of transportation infrastructure.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Traffic Engineering

Traffic Operations

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

Project Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineering Intern (EI) certificate

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Synchro

SimTraffic

HCS

VISSIM

Job description

Phoenix, AZ

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

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on communities through collaborative work? Do you thrive on taking ownership of your projects and utilizing your talents to shape transportation systems?

Our Traffic/Technology Team is at the forefront of developing innovative solutions for traffic management, signal systems, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). With a proven track record of excellence, we are dedicated to improving traffic operations, safety, and pedestrian circulation for cities and communities.

As a Traffic/Technology Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping the future of transportation infrastructure. Your passion for collaborative work and commitment to positively affecting communities will drive you to lead traffic planning, studies, design, and operations tasks and projects. You'll have the unique opportunity to make a difference and contribute to the growth of our fast-growing 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 well on a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5 - 15 years of experience in traffic engineering, traffic operations, or ITS projects.
• Engineering Intern (EI) certificate or Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Working knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Working knowledge of software including Synchro, SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM or other similar software.
• Experience with design projects and traffic studies, preferred.
• Local industry knowledge and experience, preferred.

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.

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.