Traffic Engineer (EIT) (Remote OK in Virginia)

Michael Baker International • Richmond, VA

308d • $67,000 - $105,000 • Remote

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking an entry-level Traffic Engineer to join our Virginia team as part of the Mid-Atlantic Region Traffic Group. The successful candidate will collaborate with transportation staff to provide traffic support for corridor studies, environmental documents, roadway design projects, and design-build projects. It is preferred that the candidate be located in Virginia or North Carolina - Remote options available for the right candidate!

Requirements

• Possess a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Transportation Engineering or related area of study.
• Minimum 2-4 years of relevant work experience, master's degree in relevant discipline can substitute for up to one year of work experience.
• EIT highly preferred.
• Experience in traffic analysis software (HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic) for planning and design purposes.
• Working knowledge and understanding of industry related analyses and development criteria/concepts.
• Must have strong technical writing skills and able to develop documents in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in Microstation preferred.
• Experience in AGi32 Lighting Design Software and development of lighting design plans preferred.
• Experience in VISSIM simulation software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Civil Engineers and Project Managers with transportation plans, traffic engineering analyses, and studies.
• Develop traffic forecasts and analyses, including data collection, field investigations, calculations, and report preparation.
• Coordinate with the Roadway Design group on geometric improvements and prepare conceptual designs.
• Represent Michael Baker International at technical meetings with agency staff, clients, and contractors.
• Conduct technical analyses for operations, safety, and transportation planning studies.
• Prepare technical reports and transportation-related plans (e.g., traffic signals, signing, pavement marking, ITS, roadway lighting, traffic control).
• Collect field data, traffic counts, and other research.
• Prepare quantities and construction cost estimates.
• Travel to job sites for site visits, data collection, and meetings as required.
• Provide technical support for meetings.
• Perform other duties as directed by senior staff.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree