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WSP in the U.S. · 19 hours ago

Traffic Engineer

Lakewood, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $122K/yr

3+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking a Traffic Engineer to provide technical assistance for the analysis, improvement, planning, engineering, design, and operation of streets and highways, ensuring safety and efficiency in transportation systems.

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Responsibilities

Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, maps, technical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction

Perform professional traffic engineering work and assist with conducting investigations and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, roadways, intersections, signage, signals, pavement markings, and transportation corridors to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits

Participate in incorporating advanced modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, transportation vehicles/systems, and incorporate future-ready solutions with traffic engineering design standards

Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work, assist with laying out roadways, establishing reference points/elevations/grades to guide construction, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos

Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on traffic engineering studies, capacity analyses, traffic complaint investigation, traffic plan review, signal system design, monitoring and control, and operations analysis to ensure roadways are designed in a safe and efficient way and the driver is provided with all of the necessary information and safety metrics to help ensure that their driving experience is safe and efficient

Conduct traffic counts for roadways and intersections to determine the volume of traffic, where the traffic is going to and from, and the type of traffic on the roadway

Takes a second look at safety features on the road, recommending traffic safety enhancement projects on the basis of respective studies

Determine appropriate signage, signals, and pavement markings along a new or existing road

Investigate accident data and determines if changes can be made to roadways or intersections to make it safer for all who use the roads

Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses

Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting

Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects

Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or problems

Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or to plan for future needs

Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field/site investigations, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid-level risk mitigation activities

Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs)

Work collaboratively with other engineers, planners, scientific professionals, and DOT authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded road and transportation improvement and development projects

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Traffic Engineering PrinciplesRoadway PlanningAutoCADEngineer in Training CertificationMicrostationOpenRoads DesignerSynchroSimTrafficTechnical WritingCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline

3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior traffic design experience

Engineer in Training Certification

Experience working on CDOT or City and County of Denver projects

Knowledge of traffic engineering principles, practices, process, and design/build related to traffic control equipment, capacity and operational analysis, project management, and related communications systems

Experience with roadway planning, design, and construction management; including project involvement in a variety of infrastructure projects, rehabilitation and construction of pavement, navigational aids, grading design, and safety management

Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements

Knowledge of relevant roadway transportation construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements

Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience

Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment

Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies

Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools

Experience with AutoCAD, Microstation, OpenRoads Designer, and other applicable design software packages

Experience with Synchro, SimTraffic, or other analysis/simulation programs is a plus

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

A preferred candidate will demonstrate interest in improving transportation safety and efficiency, and uphold a willingness to grow, participate, and contribute to the Transportation industry at large; this may be through event attendance, paper submissions, or other relevant engagements

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation (or other personal time)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

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