Traffic Engineer II - Taunton, MA - Boston, MA - Westfield, MA or Lincoln, RI

Description

• Draft transmittals, memos, meeting minutes, letters, proposals, and other documentation/communications.
• Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially complex assignments, modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria. Work is completed using advanced engineering techniques and design principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement. Review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance.
• Participate in construction-related assignments.
• Provide technical quality control of multiple assigned projects.
• Work side by side with the project team on given specialty in transportation projects.
• Prepare maps and graphics for public and client meetings, data analysis, performing fields reviews and data collection, conducting research on trends and best practices, contributing to stakeholder and public engagement efforts, developing solutions to complex problems, and presenting recommendations.
• Coordinate and conduct field visits and ensure appropriate data collection and field observations occur.
• Follow established firm's goals, SOPs and QA/QC procedures and assist in the QA/QC review of technical work of other staff.
• May serve as a lead in the technical direction over other less experienced engineers and provide direction, guidance, mentorship, and delegation of assignments.
• Provide internal and external technical presentations.
• Work closely with more senior members to learn about and assist with transportation engineering and planning work.
• Develop and maintain accurate and organized project files.
• Assist and mentor junior staff.
• Assist in the preparation of grant applications and associated services related to funding programs.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and internal services/groups/offices as necessary.
• Direct tasks on projects and monitor project progress for technical accuracy and adherence to schedule and budget.
• Assist with client and outside agency communication and attend project/public meetings.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
• Prepare reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, cost estimates, permits and/or designs for projects.
• Prepare and serve in a lead role on various analyses and concept design aspects of engineering projects which may include traffic studies, corridor/regional studies, safety studies, and other associated engineering services.
• Prepare engineering plans and reports.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to work-related and project needs.
• Desire, aptitude, and motivation to learn and apply new concepts.
• Three or more (3+) years of professional engineering experience with an emphasis on transportation engineering or related field.
• Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Effective communication, presentation, writing, and graphic skills, including public speaking, written reports, presentation materials and technical writing.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Registration or ability to receive within six (6) months preferred.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Experience with the preparation of construction plans and/or studies for roadway or traffic projects.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (EIT) preferred.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Completed coursework in transportation engineering and/or highway design preferred.
• Valid state driver's license and ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle check or reliable form of transportation to/from the office and/or project site strongly preferred.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive projects/tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• High degree of discretion and ability to manage confidential information.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
• Mobility around an office environment.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Occasional outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance