Transportation planner/ Engineer

OTHON Engineering; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) company match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

THON Engineering seeks a full-time, on-site Transportation Planner/Engineer for our Austin, TX office. You will support planning studies for TxDOT, MPOs, cities, and counties, including corridor planning, evacuation and safety analyses, and traffic forecasting.

The role requires analytical, detail-oriented work with GIS data, maps, and client deliverables. A master’s degree is preferred; strong communication and data-analysis skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Transportation or Civil Engineering, Urban/Regional Planning, Transportation Planning or related field.
• Master's degree preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu.
• Working proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, including data creation/editing and map layouts.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist with traffic forecasting, operations analysis, and travel demand modeling.
• Support corridor and mobility planning studies and safety analyses.
• Build and analyze geospatial data in ArcGIS Pro and produce maps/exhibits for teams and clients.
• Collect, analyze transportation, traffic, safety, and demographic data with QC steps.
• Prepare technical memoranda, reports, tables, graphics, and presentations.
• Coordinate with project managers and other disciplines; track progress against schedule.
• Participate in project meetings and document findings and recommendations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transportation or Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

CompanyFounded in 1996 in Houston, Texas, OTHON is a multi-discipline civil engineering firm providing planning and design services in roads and highways, bridges and structures, high-speed rail, pumping and drainage networks, airports, municipal infrastructure, intelligent transportation systems, and construction management for public agencies and private developers.Job DescriptionOTHON is seeking a full-time, on-site Transportation Planner / Engineer for our Austin, TX office. The position supports our Transportation Planning and Data Analytics group on transportation planning studies for TxDOT, MPOs, cities, counties, and other public agencies, including corridor and mobility plans, evacuation and safety planning, traffic forecasting, and GIS-based data analysis.We are looking for a motivated, analytical, and detail-oriented individual building a career in transportation planning or engineering, and we offer mentorship, professional development, and competitive salary and benefits.Responsibilities• Assist with traffic forecasting, traffic operations analysis, travel demand modeling, and evaluation of alternatives.• Support planning studies including corridor and mobility studies, transit planning, evacuation route planning, and safety (SS4A-type) analyses.• Build, edit, and analyze geospatial data in ArcGIS Pro, and produce maps, exhibits, and web/field map applications for project teams and clients.• Collect, compile, and analyze transportation, traffic, safety, and demographic data, documenting sources, assumptions, and QC steps.• Prepare technical memoranda, reports, tables, graphics, and presentations that meet TxDOT and client deliverable standards.• Coordinate with project managers, task leads, and other disciplines; track assignments against schedule and raise issues early.• Participate in project and client meetings and document findings, decisions, and recommendations.Minimum Skills and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Transportation or Civil Engineering, Urban/Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu.• Working proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, including data creation and editing, attribute management, symbology, and map layouts.• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.• Strong analytical and technical writing skills, with attention to detail.• Ability to manage multiple assignments under deadlines and communicate progress proactively.Preferred Experience• Experience with TxDOT, MPO, city, or county planning deliverables and review processes.• Travel demand modeling or traffic forecasting (TransCAD, Cube, or similar).• Traffic operations software (Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, TransModeler, HCS).• ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, Experience Builder, or Python scripting for GIS workflows.• Data analysis and visualization tools such as Python, SQL, R, or Power BI.• PE, EIT, or AICP certification.What We OfferOTHON offers a competitive benefits package for eligible full-time employees and their dependents, includingmedical, dental, and vision coverage, HSA options, company-paid life and disability insurance, voluntary lifeinsurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, professional development opportunities, a 529 educationsavings plan, and a generous 401(k) company match.Equal Opportunity EmployerOTHON provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment andprohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by applicable law.