Transportation Engineer - Traffic & Technology
Job Description
Olsson’s Traffic & Technology team offers comprehensive traffic services, including traffic operation studies, pedestrian circulation studies, and intersection improvement/design projects. We specialize in traffic signal design and timing, pavement marking design, street lighting analysis, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Our expertise also extends to complex projects like citywide safety studies and signal system improvements. Through our work, we enhance transportation infrastructure and positively impact the communities we serve.
As a Traffic Engineer, you will perform street lighting design, corridor and traffic impact analysis, and ITS work while contributing to the delivery of a wide variety of transportation projects. We are seeking professionals with approximately 3 to 8 years of relevant experience and will tailor the responsibilities and level of ownership based on the selected candidate’s background and expertise.
You will design signals, pavement markings, signing, temporary traffic control, and other permanent traffic control for vehicular and multimodal users. Additionally, you will evaluate the safety and operational performance of transportation systems, analyze traffic data, and develop recommendations that enhance mobility and roadway safety.
In this role, you will collaborate with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams while taking on increasing ownership of project tasks, technical analyses, and design decisions. You will apply sound engineering judgment and continue developing your expertise in traffic operations, safety, transportation technology, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being based in either our Lincoln, NE, or Omaha, NE office.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
Working collaboratively with others.
Having ownership in the work you do.
Using your talents to positively affect communities.
You bring to the team:
Strong communication skills.
Ability to contribute and work effectively as part of a team.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
3–8 years of experience in traffic and/or transportation engineering.
Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification required.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is welcome but not required.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design software.
Familiarity with Synchro preferred, but not required.
Working knowledge of the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) and its application to traffic operations and capacity analyses.
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