Traffic Engineer/Transportation Planner
Apex Engineering Group
- Fargo, ND
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead traffic operations studies, corridor studies, traffic impact studies, multi-modal studies, and comprehensive plans.
- Independently perform traffic engineering related calculations, analysis, and design tasks.
- Independently write technical specifications, reports, and other correspondence to a variety of audiences.
- Lead the design efforts in the role of engineer-of-record on traffic and transportation project types including traffic control, traffic signals, signing, pavement marking, and ITS.
- Efficiently work with technicians to assemble complete and accurate engineering plans
- Perform independent checking of the design work of other team members.
- Mentor and oversee the work of less experienced team members.
- Work efficiently to meet deadlines and complete projects within a given amount of time.
- Demonstrate a strong ability to meet project budgets and schedules.
- Participate in business development and marketing activities related to traffic with existing clients and potential new clients.
- Prepare technical proposals for project pursuits with other project managers and market leaders.
- Contribute to project pursuit efforts by participating in interviews for specific projects that have a traffic component.
- Participate in transportation team, management, and company staff meetings and seminars when appropriate.
- Assist with the development of budgets for traffic engineering elements of projects.
- Responsible for hiring and recruiting other traffic staff as needed and approved by the Sector Leader.
- Effective communication skills with the public will be required in settings such as public meetings, informational meetings, construction notifications, etc.
- This position will require the initiative to think independently and make rational judgment calls.
- Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
- Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal, and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail.
- Must be able to work independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team environment.
- Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs.
- Travel and out of town stays may be required; may work overtime especially during deadlines for submittals.
- The Sr. Traffic Engineer may assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Sector Market Leader.
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineers License or ability to be licensed in North Dakota and Minnesota within 6 months.
- Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification.
- 5 or more years of traffic engineering and transportation planning related experience.
- Experience with transportation projects and public agencies located in North Dakota and Minnesota is preferred.
- Strong project management skills and experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Traffic modeling experience using Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, Vissim, and other traffic analysis software.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer
- A valid driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain one.
- Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
- Required to occasionally work in an outdoors environment.
- May require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform some of the typical tasks and duties associated with construction observation or surveying.
- Required to lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
- Must work scheduled and required hours.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements described here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.