Senior Traffic Engineer

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP

$160K — $240K *
Transportation
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required
  • 16+ years of progressive traffic engineering experience
  • Basic understanding of traffic modeling techniques
  • Strong experience with traffic modeling software (VISSIM, VISUM, Synchro)
  • Knowledge of traffic control device design
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain
  • Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD

Responsibilities

  • Design and manage traffic engineering projects in the mid-Atlantic region
  • Conduct traffic safety and operations studies
  • Develop and apply advanced traffic models using industry-standard software
  • Prepare contract documents for traffic signal design and ITS devices
  • Perform quality control reviews and oversee project documentation
  • Engage in marketing and business development activities
  • Mentor and develop junior staff members

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Healthcare benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Parental and maternity leave benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Group life and disability insurance
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to join the Traffic Engineering Group in our office in Philadelphia, PA. Assignments may include work with our traffic engineering analysis or design teams. The traffic engineering analysis teams perform operational analyses, identify and develop creative technical solutions, and prepare technical reports and presentations. The traffic engineering design teams prepare contract documents for traffic signals, signing, markings, maintenance of traffic, and ITS devices.

Responsibilities:

Our Traffic Department works on projects within the mid-Atlantic region (PA, MD, DE, VA) as well as nationally. Our traffic work is challenging, interesting, and in many cases, on the leading edge of traffic engineering applications in the industry. Our senior traffic engineers are responsible for the design and management of projects that involve traffic signals, signing, markings, roadway/parking lot lighting, work zone traffic control, and ITS devices; conduct traffic safety/operations studies; and develop or apply Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM, and VISUM models. Project assignments can range from small-scale intersection improvements to complex interchange and corridor projects, as well as innovative multimodal transportation plans and parking studies. Additional responsibilities include quality control reviews; marketing and business development; and staff mentoring and development.

Position may include working at client site(s).

Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering required
  • A minimum of 16 years of progressive experience in traffic engineering
  • Basic understanding of traffic modeling (macro, meso and micro)
  • Experience with VISSIM, VISUM, HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic, CORSIM and Quickzone
  • Experience in the design of traffic control devices including signals, signing, maintenance of traffic, pavement markings, ITS devices, and lighting
  • Familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, Highway Capacity Manual and Highway Safety Manual
  • Licensed as a Registered Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania or the ability to obtain through comity from another state
  • PTOE certification preferred
  • Experience working on PennDOT projects required
  • Experience working with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Exceptional communication, technical writing and organizational skills.
  • Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others.

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:
  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Competitive salary
  • Leave accrual and paid holidays
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental and maternity leave benefits

The expected compensation range for this position is $160,000.00 - $240,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position *****

Req. #3363

#LI - Onsite #LI - Senior Level

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