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AECOM Traffic and ITS Engineer in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Company Description
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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
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Job Description
AECOM is actively seeking to add a Traffic and Intelligent Transportation Systems Engineer to our Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office. Our business focuses primarily on providing professional and technical services in engineering design, code consultation, and construction phase services for a wide variety of clients both in the private and public sectors. We execute large and complex engineering projects and provide a comprehensive range of professional planning and design, systems engineering and technical assistance, program and construction management, and operations and maintenance services.
This position is expected to begin as soon as possible.
As a Traffic and ITS Engineer at AECOM, you will, build your analytic and design skills working on a variety of projects. Under the supervision of our experienced engineers, interns conduct engineering designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings. You will be asked to use computer software as a tool for solving complex engineering problems and work with diverse teams of engineers on projects across the region.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Supports planning studies and reports for new and updated plans, programs, and regulations.
Reviews or assists in the review of development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans, and regulations.
Prepares and presents detailed reports on development proposals to government bodies.
Collects a variety of statistical data and prepares reports and maps on topics, such as census information, land use, transportation tax base data, and occupancy rates.
Under direct supervision, conducts field evaluations and assessments.
The AECOM Traffic and ITS team in the Pennsylvania area is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing Traffic Engineer with familiarity in the areas of developing roadway traffic plans, ITS plans, and performing traffic analyses.
Successful candidates will have knowledge of traffic engineering concepts and working knowledge of traffic analysis software programs. Candidate will be responsible for preparing reports and studies and developing plans for various transportation facilities and traffic engineering projects. Any prior design experience with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and/or Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission as it relates to traffic engineering, signal design, ITS design, plan production, project estimates, and specifications is a plus.
Experience with Synchro and HCS traffic analysis software; Bentley Software, such as Microstation or OpenRoads Designer; and Microsoft Office is desired. Effective oral and written communication skills are a must.
Candidates must be self-motivated with a desire to work on a broad range of transportation projects. Advancement opportunities are available to those candidates who show initiative, have a firm understanding of engineering concepts, and possess leadership skills.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
Preferred Qualifications:
Traffic/Transportation/ITS-related internship or work experience.
Engineer in Training certification.
MicroStation/AutoCAD experience.
Strong communication skills.
Applicable course work and demonstrated interest in Transportation/Traffic Engineering and/or Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
Additional Information
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
We are interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship is available for current visa holders in the United States.
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $55,029.00 - $75,665.57.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program 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 absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10108568
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: East
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid