Transportation Engineers

Course Advisor

United States

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Course Advisor is looking for a skilled Transportation Engineer to develop plans for surface transportation projects in the United States. You'll supervise the maintenance of transportation systems, optimize construction plans, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD and SQL. This role offers exciting opportunities to impact public infrastructure and enhancing traffic flow.

Responsibilities

Supervise the maintenance or repair of transportation systems.
Direct the surveying, staking, or laying‑out of construction projects.
Investigate or test materials for project compliance.
Inspect transportation projects for environmental compliance.
Present data at construction-related public hearings.
Prepare final project layout drawings with details.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Complex Problem Solving

Speaking

Judgment and Decision Making

Mathematics

Critical Thinking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Web browser software

Python

Microsoft Project

Autodesk AutoCAD

SQL

Bentley MicroStation

Oracle Primavera

CADD

ESRI ArcGIS

Autodesk Land Desktop

Bentley GEOPAK

Citilabs Cube

McTrans HCS+

Job description

Transportation Engineer

Develop plans for surface transportation projects, according to established engineering standards and state or federal construction policy. Prepare designs, specifications, or estimates for transportation facilities. Plan modifications of existing streets, highways, or freeways to improve traffic flow.

Daily Responsibilities

Supervise the maintenance or repair of transportation systems or system components.
Direct the surveying, staking, or laying‑out of construction projects.
Investigate or test specific construction project materials to determine compliance to specifications or standards.
Inspect completed transportation projects to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Present data, maps, or other information at construction‑related public hearings or meetings.
Prepare final project layout drawings that include details such as stress calculations.

Qualifications

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Mathematics: Using mathematics to solve problems.
Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Tools and Technologies