Transportation Engineer

Richmond Hill•Richmond Hill, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Program Manager – Development Transportation, the Transportation Engineer is responsible for the review of traffic and transportation, parking and noise studies and transportation designs submitted in support of development and minor variance applications submitted to the City of Richmond Hill.

Requirements

Degree in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering or other Planning field, or related discipline
P. Eng., Limited Engineering License or RPP is required
Minimum 5 years related experience
Membership in a recognized association (i.e. Institute of Transportation Engineers) is required
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and traffic engineering software
Possess strong knowledge of Highway Capacity Manual, Synchro, TAC, OPSD, Municipal Act, Highway Traffic Act, Ontario Traffic Manual, geometric design guidelines and Municipal and Provincial Standards
Strong understanding of the local development applications process and standard operating procedures
Well versed in the latest federal and provincial legislation impacting development and transportation
Experience with transportation planning studies, practices and standards, and transportation modeling
Strong speaking and negotiation skills
Formal report writing skills
Must possess a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and have access to a vehicle for use for corporate business (mileage compensated). Will be required to provide proof of vehicle insurance upon hire.
Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage, and service

Nice To Haves

Experience as an expert witness at OLT mediations or hearings is considered as an asset

Responsibilities

Review traffic and transportation, parking and noise studies and transportation designs submitted in support of development applications (Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-Law Amendment, Draft Plan of Subdivision, Draft Plan of Condominium, Site Plan, Site Plan Amendment and Minor Variance)
Review and comment on road configuration, functional design and alignment plans submitted as part of the subdivision and other development applications to determine adherence to standards and guidelines
Make comments and recommendations regarding transportation improvements and mitigation measures required to approve the developments
Review the design and operation of the traffic signal control system to optimize and maximize capacity at intersections and accesses as it relates to development applications
Review traffic signal control plans submitted by public road authorities, developers, and stakeholders
Review of Construction Traffic Management Plans as it relates to development applications, public road upgrades, or utility upgrades
Attend Development Application Review Committee (DARC) meetings and provide pre-application requirements and comments
Attend Minor Variance application review meetings with Committee of Adjustment staff and provide comments
Provide input to develop transportation policies, by-laws, and operating standards and design standards
Liaise with the public, developers, consultants, members of Council, other departments, and external public agencies in the investigation of transportation issues related to development applications
Present at public meetings and write staff reports, where necessary
Prepare for Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) hearings and, potentially, appear at OLT mediations and/or hearings as an expert witness on traffic and parking study matters, where necessary