Description
The Opportunity
Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Traffic Engineer. The selected candidate will engage with Ulteig’s civil teams to provide innovative design solutions to facilitate the development and design of transportation projects and be an integral part of the growing traffic and planning team.
The ideal candidate must meet the following criteria:
Execute complex assignments under minimal supervision
Prioritize work tasks to meet scheduled delivery dates
Self-motivated with excellent communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative environment
Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously
What You Will Do
The Traffic Engineer will be responsible for developing models using raw data that capture travel behavior choices. This position will work closely with our clients and engineering teams. Our goal is to support our diverse clients by using market research and quantitative and statistical analysis to support infrastructure growth.
The responsibilities of the role will include but are not limited to:
Create traffic and transportation models for a variety of projects, including corridor studies, signal timing, multimodal planning studies, traffic safety studies, parking studies, etc.
Analyze a wide range of transportation and planning data and assist with technical analyses, feasibility and planning studies, traffic reports, and other transportation reports or memorandums.
Perform calibration, validation, and testing of models to ensure adequacy and reformulate models as necessary.
Interpret data from traffic modeling software and incorporate it into transportation models.
Develop professional experience using traffic forecasting software (e.g., Dynus-T, Visum, Cube/Voyager, TransCAD) and traffic analysis software (e.g., TransModeler, Vissim, Corsim, Synchro, TruTraffic, Rodel, HCS, and Vision Zero Suite)
Work closely with the Planning group to provide assistance for planning studies (master transportation plans, bike/ped plans)
Apply strong written and oral communication skills in presentation of work activities to internal project teams and external client and stakeholder groups.
What We Expect from You
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, transportation, urban planning, or a related area of study from an ABET-accredited college or university.
Minimum 5+ years of relevant modeling experience.
The ability to coordinate with the internal team and clients effectively.
Strong writing skills, detail-oriented, and able to communicate ideas and synthesize/compile text for reports.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, modeling, transportation data collection and analysis.
Experience working with large data sets.
Experience in some or all of the following tools: ArcMap, mapping & spatial processing of socioeconomic & demographic data, travel demand modeling software such as TransCAD & Cube/Voyager, ETL with traffic big data such as StreetLight Data, traffic operations & microscopic modeling software such as TransModeler, HCS, Synchro, SimTraffic, SIDRA Corsim, Rodel, Vistro & Vissim; additionally tools such as Dynus-T, Visum, Corsim, TruTraffic, and Vision Zero Suite.
Experience in CAD Software Applications such as C3D or Bentley MicroStation preferred.
Working knowledge of programming languages (such as Python, R, Java)
Experience in building dashboards (Tableau, Power BI)
Experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Experience in graphic design using software such as Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.
As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability, and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.
What You Can Expect from Ulteig
Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people, both our clients and our employees, for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our success and the success of our clients personally.
We offer our team members:
Flexible Workplace
Employee Ownership
Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Collaborative Environment
Innovative Culture
Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.
At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid, or in the office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.
If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!
Ulteig is a Drug-Free Workplace
ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE
Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $111,200 - $150,400
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
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