Transportation Planning Specialist

TPD; West Chester (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TPD, ranked #4 among Large Employers in America, is hiring Engineers of all levels. The role involves preparing trip generation estimates, utilizing engineering software, and working collaboratively on projects.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and an Engineer in Training Certification. We offer a supportive work environment with hybrid work options based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with preparing traffic and parking studies.
• Experience utilizing engineering software is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare trip generation estimates and analyses.
• Assist in the analysis of field data and planning projects.
• Serve as project representative.

Skills

Detail-oriented work

Excellent communication skills

Strong work ethic

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related fields

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

Synchro

SimTraffic

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Ranked the #4 Large Employer to Work for in America and residing in the Top 400 on ENR's List of Top Design Firms in the nation, TPD is currently hiring dynamic Engineers at all levels.

Our ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience, a strong work ethic, a desire to learn, the willingness to work cohesively within a team, and the ability to work on multiple projects. Additionally, we offer a creative, flexible, supportive and fun environment! Hybrid options possible depending on experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparation of trip generation estimates, roadway volume development, parking estimates, and analyses for their projects within the team.
• Assisting in the analysis of field data, reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs to plan projects.
• Obtaining, analyzing, and interpreting demographic and other regional transportation planning data.
• Use of computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and planning documents.
• Assisting in the preparation or modification of planning documents, including transportation impact studies, and traffic operational analyses, for projects.
• Assisting in the collection of field data.
• Serving as project representative.
• Use of planning software and equipment to prepare engineering, design, and planning documents.
• Responsible for job-specific quality system tasks as defined in the quality manual or handbook.
• Responsible for other general office duties as may be assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related fields
• Engineer in Training Certification
• Experience utilizing any or all of the following (preferred but not required): Synchro, SimTraffic, AutoCAD/MicroStation
• Aptitude for detail-oriented work assignments
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to work on multiple projects and ability to meet multiple deadlines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid Driver’s License
• Experience with preparing traffic and parking studies

Don’t meet every qualification or skill in the description? That’s ok! We are fully committed to expanding our staff and culture to best serve our clients and our communities. If you are interested in this position but don’t completely align with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. You may be what we are looking for, for this role or maybe for another open position.

At TPD we exist to improve the quality of life for the public and are dedicated to Moving Forward Together.