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W3Global
Traffic Engineer
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What they do
A Transportation Engineer designs and maintains transportation systems such as roads, ports, airports, and bus or subway systems.
$99,035 / year median in Tennessee
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Overview:
The Traffic Engineer analyzes vehicle and pedestrian traffic conditions, and drafts and presents reports on findings.Supervisory Responsibilities:
Assigning and reviewing work toJunior Traffic Engineers Duties/Responsibilities:
- Studies traffic patterns and develops recommendations to improve traffic control.
- Collects data on road construction, land development, and traffic signals.
- Uses computer software to simulate the effects of using different materials in road construction or different signals.
- Analyzes the environmental impact of road construction.
- Plans traffic signal locations and timing systems.
- Designs pavement markings and traffic signals to improve traffic flow.
- Prepares and presents reports with traffic study findings.
- Prepares and presents reports with cost estimates for recommended improvements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Extensive knowledge of road construction and design.
- Extensive knowledge of traffic control equipment and signals.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and computer-aided design (CAD) and modeling software.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree from an EAC/ABET-accredited program in engineering required.
- Licensure as professional engineer (PE) required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Able to traverse various terrains to visit field sites.
- This position reports directly to the Vice President of Engineering