Senior Traffic Engineer – Supervising Traffic Engineer

AECOM is seeking aSenior Traffic Engineer Supervising Traffic Engineer to be based in the Bay Area or in Sacramento CA.

Summary of  Responsibilities:

Senior technical resource may serve as technical advisor for team
Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staffs specific area of expertise.
Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high quality cost effective work by others.
Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
Develops construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projects.
Uses expertise in all steps of completing discipline component of PS&E package.
Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings.
Prepares technical specification sections.
Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.

Job Description:

• Lead traffic studies for projects in California and support West Coast regional projects as needed.
• Caltrans experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to discuss projects with co-workers clients regulatory agency staff AECOM staff and the public in meetings and at public events as well as write concise and readable technical reports and documents.
• Relevant experience in transportation planning modeling and engineering for multimodal transportation projects.
• Support a wide range of planning and preliminary engineering projects for roadways freeways transit systems managed lanes and bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
• Assist project managers on various projects involving transportation plans traffic safety and public involvement and the overall preparation of CEQA and NEPA compliance documents. Experience with FHWA state and local transportation planning traffic and environmental processes.
• Must be highly self-motivated with the ability to successfully multi-task perform detail-oriented work work independently and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Gather and correlate basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
• Work on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving design calculations analysis value engineering writing technical specifications and project cost estimates.
• Propose approaches to solve new problems encountered apply innovative design solutions and implement current technology to meet project design needs.
• Provide guidance mentorship and coaching to entry-level/junior engineers or technicians to help them improve their technical skills.
• Perform work in accordance with agreed-upon budgets and schedules with little supervision.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office programs and other relevant software programs (Word Excel Outlook and preferably Project).
• Skilled in traffic simulation/modeling software including Synchro/SimTraffic VISSIM HCS and other platforms utilized by local agencies in California.
• Must be highly self-motivated with the ability to successfully multi-task perform detail-oriented work work independently demonstrate effective time management skills and consistently deliver high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Certified Engineer (PE/TE/PTOE) license in California or the ability to obtain the license within 6 months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with traffic engineering projects and clients on the West Coast (California Washington Oregon and Nevada).
• Experience with ITS or emerging technology projects and clients on the West Coast (California Washington Oregon and Nevada).
• Experience in business development activities including preparing project proposals and firm marketing.
• Experience and familiarity with traffic operational analysis including traffic projections analysis and simulation; traffic safety analysis; traffic signal warrants; traffic signal and pedestrian crossing control system analysis and design.
• Experience and familiarity with ITS and technology projects following the systems engineering process and local client requirements.
• The right balance of management and technical skills and experience serving internal and external clients.
• Familiarity with or knowledge of MicroStation AutoCAD Synchro VISSIM or other similar applications.

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship is not offered for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time