Sr. Signal Optimization Engineer

Iteris•Fairfax, VA

6d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Iteris is seeking an experienced Sr. Signal Optimization Engineer to monitor the health and status of over 1,500 VDOT signals in the NoVA District, under the direction of VDOT NRO staff on a real-time basis. The primary work location is in the Signal Operations Center (SOC) in the McConnell Public Safety and Transportation Operations Center (PSTOC) in Fairfax, VA. What you will be doing: Analyze traffic data, data mining and statistical analysis Monitor intersections with cameras and adjust signal times within that corridor as appropriate Demonstrate skills of computers and software applications to proficiently operate central signal system Respond effectively to concerns related to traffic signal operations Prepare correspondence and technical reports Experience in conducting a wide array of traffic engineering analyses Navigate the regional ATMS solution and all relevant systems that operate and/or will operate in the Northern Virginia District and the Northern Region Operations

Requirements

B.S., or M.S in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Over five (5) years experience in a Transportation Engineering field
VDOT's computerized traffic signal system: Statewide Central Signal System (KITS)
Traffic signal optimization and simulation software, including but not limited to Synchro, Simtraffic, VISSIM and other traffic analysis software
Traffic monitoring systems include but are not limited to: ATMS (OpenTMS), Automated Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM), and RITIS
Knowledge of traffic signal and traffic engineering applications
Experience in analyzing traffic data, data mining and statistical analysis
Knowledge of state and federal transportation specifications and standards
Skill in the use of computers and software applications
Proficiency to operate central signal system
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Valid Professional Engineer's License is preferred
Demonstrated experience and proficiency in Synchro, VISSIM, ATSPM, KITS and other programs is preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze traffic data, data mining and statistical analysis
Monitor intersections with cameras and adjust signal times within that corridor as appropriate
Demonstrate skills of computers and software applications to proficiently operate central signal system
Respond effectively to concerns related to traffic signal operations
Prepare correspondence and technical reports
Experience in conducting a wide array of traffic engineering analyses
Navigate the regional ATMS solution and all relevant systems that operate and/or will operate in the Northern Virginia District and the Northern Region Operations