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HDR · 3 hours ago

Traffic / ITS Engineer

HDR is a company dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for its employees. In the role of Traffic / ITS Engineer, you will design and implement traffic control systems, assist with ITS program management, and lead deliverables for engineering projects while ensuring quality assurance processes are followed.

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Responsibilities

Design and implement central/field communications, traffic control equipment, communications devices, traffic controller hardware and software, transit signal priority, CCTV cameras, DMS, traffic detectors, and electronic tolling equipment
Assist with the development of practice areas related to ITS program management and oversight, Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O), Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS), Transportation Management Centers (TMC), Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS), Managed Lanes, Automated Connected Electric and Shared (ACES) vehicle, Electrified Mobility, emerging technology projects, and associated performance measures
Design & implement National ITS Standards, Open Road Tolling, Active Traffic Management, communications systems, power distribution networks, lighting control, and traffic control equipment
Develop Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E) design packages, systems engineering analysis, ITS Architectures, and Concept of Operations
Conduct independent research & studies
With QA/QC oversight and guidance from senior staff: lead deliverables for small projects/tasks, prepare elements of engineering design concepts, plans, specifications, and quantity estimates for complex projects and prepare elements of engineering reports for complex projects
Compose reports with guidance from senior staff
Active participation in QA/QC process
With guidance from senior staff, develop presentation materials and present technical results to clients
This position is subject to a governmental background check
Perform other duties as needed

Qualification

Traffic EngineeringProfessional Engineer LicenseTraffic Design CADOperational Analysis ToolsMicroStationMicrosoft OfficeTraffic AnalysisVerbal SkillsWritten SkillsLeadership Experience

Required

Bachelor's degree
Experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design
Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
Detailed hands on experience conducting traffic design using CAD platforms including MicroStation, Autocad and Guide Sign software
Detailed hands on experience conducting operational analysis using a variety of analysis and modeling tools specific to support job duties, including HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and Aimsun
Detailed hands on experience conducting safety analysis using a variety of safety software tools including Highway Safety Software
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word
Strong verbal and written skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering
5+ years of experience working on large, complex projects with strong project management background
Computer skills: MicroStation, Microsoft Office
Experience in industry standards, including IEEE, NTCIP, MUTCD, NEMA, ATC, and NFPA standards
Experience working with multiple state DOTs/ regions
Leadership role in professional organizations
Preference given to local candidates

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
An employee assistance program
Paid time away
Parental leave
Paid holidays
A retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee referral bonus
Tuition reimbursement

Company

HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.

H1B Sponsorship

HDR has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (3)
2024 (4)
2023 (6)
2022 (3)
2021 (5)
2020 (8)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Galen Meysenburg
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