Traffic Design Engineer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation, or a related field.
• Recent experience or coursework in transportation and traffic engineering.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail with the capability to self-review work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Interest in traffic engineering design.

Responsibilities

• As a Traffic Design Engineer in Training, you will collaborate with our experienced Engineers and Project Managers to develop plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for traffic engineering improvements.
• Work on projects aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency for various transportation modes, including vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, and public transit (such as Light Rail and Bus Rapid Transit).
• The position focuses on gaining practical experience in engineering design projects.
• You'll have opportunities to develop project management skills, become a technical expert, and/or focus on business development.
• Gain hands-on experience by working on diverse traffic engineering design projects with the guidance of skilled team members.
• Develop PS&E for roadway lighting, permanent signage, pavement markings, traffic signals, signal interconnect systems/fiber optic communications, and temporary traffic control plans.
• Perform fieldwork to inspect existing traffic systems (such as signage, lighting, and signals) and observe traffic conditions.
• Carry out periodic inspections and provide engineering support during construction phases.
• Gain exposure to projects involving transportation technology and transportation planning.
• Work on impactful projects across the state of California and within your local community.