Traffic EIT

Stantec • New Orleans, LA

9d

About The Position

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world. If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation. Your Opportunity The role of an entry level Civil EIT is to work as a team member on innovative transportation projects under the guidance of a Senior Engineer. The Civil EIT will work under close supervision of a Senior Engineer to develop skills around traffic and ITS engineering projects. The Civil EIT will perform a variety of tasks which may include assisting with the analysis and modeling of traffic operations and safety through HCM and HSM methodology, development of traffic signal or ITS design plans, and performing some field work related to data collection and design.

Requirements

• Ability to solve problems using sound engineering judgment, creativity and innovation.
• Take initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the design team.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.
• Ability to collaborate and work with others located in other offices via a virtual environment is critical.
• Ability to effectively discuss project issues, understand the context, identify opportunities and challenges and provide potential solutions.
• Microstation experience is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Engineering intern licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of relevant standards such as ITE Trip Gen, MUTCD, HCM, and HSM is a plus.
• Experience with software such as HCS, Sidra, Synchro, Vistro, VISSIM, and IHSDM is a plus.
• Experience with InRoads, OpenRoads, and/or GeoPak/3D Modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Select and apply appropriate design criteria to perform traffic engineering design assignments.
• Perform analyses related to traffic operations and safety.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering project documents such as traffic impact studies, stage 0 analyses, and transportation management plans.
• Prepare high quality contract documents (plans, specifications, and estimates) for the construction of traffic and ITS infrastructure.
• Provide technical inputs and help optimize solutions
• Utilize relevant software programs to perform analyses and modeling such as HCS, Sidra, Synchro, Vistro, VISSIM, and IHSDM.
• Prepare exhibits, designs and complex working drawings using AutoCAD, Microstation, and OpenRoads Designer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees