ITS/Traffic Operations Engineer

AECOM•Mount Clemens, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an energetic and motivated ITS/Traffic Operations Engineer to support our services in the areas of traffic engineering, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and transportation systems management and operations (TSMO). The successful candidate will provide a variety of traffic and ITS engineering services to key AECOM clients and projects while working closely with a range of local and national experts. The position will also provide on-site support to operations contracts with our clients located in southeast Michigan. This successful candidate will bring a strong work ethic, sense of excitement, strong communication skills, and a desire to innovate in an emerging technology space within ITS. The ideal candidate will need to be a professional, self-motivated, and resourceful individual with strong problem-solving and communication skills, capable of effectively executing technical traffic engineering tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This position focuses on technical traffic engineering and operations support within a Traffic Operations Center (TOC), addressing real-time traffic challenges, enhancing roadway performance, and supporting ITS and traffic signal systems. The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement solutions for improved mobility and safety.

Requirements

BA/BS + none or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
A valid driver's license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Synchro/SimTraffic, and traffic simulation software.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills to ensure successful collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to develop technical reports, documents, client communication, and technical memoranda.
Ability to efficiently and effectively speak, read, and write on technical topics in the English language.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, major holidays, and during planned and unplanned events as required.
Relevant professional engineering experience.
Experience with data manipulation, management, and processing.
Experience with traffic signal controllers, ITS devices, and related technologies.
Educational background focused on transportation or traffic engineering.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and optimize traffic signal timing plans using tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, and related software.
Perform traffic and ITS engineering studies, analyzing roadway performance and recommending operational improvements.
Assist in the assessment and maintenance of traffic signal and ITS systems to ensure optimal performance.
Provide technical support for real-time traffic management operations, including incident management and special event coordination.
Collaborate with agency staff, contractors, and consultants to address operational challenges effectively.
Prepare technical reports, analyses, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations.
Collect and analyze traffic data from the field to evaluate system performance and support engineering decisions.
Maintain organized project files and adhere to operational protocols and standards.