Sr. Signal Optimization Engineer

Iteris•Fairfax, VA

1d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Iteris is hiring multiple experienced Sr. Signal Optimization Engineers to monitor the health and status of more than 1,500 VDOT signals in the Northern Virginia District in real time, under the direction of VDOT NRO staff. The primary work location is the Signal Operations Center (SOC) at the McConnell Public Safety and Transportation Operations Center (PSTOC) in Fairfax, Virginia. The role involves analyzing traffic data, monitoring intersections using cameras, adjusting signal timing as appropriate, operating the central signal system, responding to operational concerns, preparing technical reports and correspondence, and conducting a range of traffic engineering analyses. Engineers will also navigate the regional ATMS solution and systems operating or planned for the Northern Virginia District and Northern Region Operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Over five years of experience in a transportation engineering field.
Experience with transportation engineering applications and programs, including VDOT’s Statewide Central Signal System (KITS), signal optimization and simulation software, and traffic monitoring systems.
Knowledge of traffic signal and traffic engineering applications.
Experience analyzing traffic data, data mining, and statistical analysis.
Knowledge of state and federal transportation specifications and standards.
Computer and software application skills, including proficiency operating a central signal system.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Valid Professional Engineer’s license preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency with Synchro, VISSIM, ATSPM, KITS, and other programs preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze traffic data, conduct data mining, and perform statistical analysis.
Monitor intersections using cameras and adjust signal timing within corridors as appropriate.
Operate the central signal system using computers and software applications.
Respond effectively to concerns related to traffic signal operations.
Prepare correspondence and technical reports.
Conduct a wide array of traffic engineering analyses.
Navigate the regional ATMS solution and relevant systems operating or planned for the Northern Virginia District and Northern Region Operations.