4+ years of experience in traffic engineering or related field
B.S. or M.S. in Engineering
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License required
Proficient in traffic modeling software (HCS, Synchro, Sidra, PTV tools)
Strong analytical skills for safety data collection and crash analysis
Responsibilities
Design traffic engineering elements like traffic signals and signage
Conduct traffic analysis and modeling with specialized software
Collect and analyze safety data and crash statistics
Develop traffic impact analyses for projects
Prepare Transportation Management Plans for improvements
Draft technical documents and reports related to traffic engineering
Perform related field work and site visits
Benefits
Opportunities for a sign-on bonus
Positions available at multiple office locations
Career-building opportunities in a supportive environment
Mentorship and guidance for junior staff
Involvement in multidisciplinary teams for diverse project exposure
Full Job Description
GAI Consultants has a career-building opportunity for a Traffic Engineer within our Transportation and Infrastructure Unit's traffic design group. This position can be based out of multiple office locations and has the opportunity for a sign-on Bonus.
Responsibilities
Design of traffic engineering elements including traffic signals, roadway lighting, signage and pavement markings, ITS infrastructure, and work zone traffic control.
Traffic analysis and modeling utilizing various software tools such as Highway Capacity Software (HCS), Synchro, Sidra, and PTV software tools (Vissim/Vistro/Visum).
Safety data collection and analysis including crash data review, crash rate calculations, and Highway Safety Manual (HSM) analysis.
Development related traffic impact analysis
Preparation of Transportation Management Plans for major roadway improvement projects
Preparation of traffic related technical documents and reports
Related field work and site visits
General Characteristics
Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
Applies teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.
Minimum Years of Experience
4+ Years of Experience
Education
B.S. or M.S. Engineering
Certification/Licensure
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License
Technical Responsibilities
Occasionally designs portions of a project, system, component, or process.
Prepares plans, specifications, and other project documents.
Designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.
Project and Task Management
Occasionally assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
Occasionally plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.
Management Responsibility
Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
Mentors junior staff by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
Communication Skills
Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
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About GAI Consultants Inc
GAI Consultants, Inc. is a multi-discipline engineering and environmental consulting firm headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with over 1,000 employees in offices throughout the eastern United States. GAI provides local expertise to worldwide clients in the energy, transportation, development, government, and industrial markets.
