Traffic Design Engineer Responsible for engineering and smart mobility design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments. This job involves a strong mix of electrical, civil, and systems engineering principles. This role is great for all ABET engineering graduates with courage and a love of adventure who are interested in applied technology, field troubleshooting, transportation systems, communications, controls, or smart mobility. Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Assist with traffic signal design, including CAD and field workAssist with traffic signal corridor retiming, including field work, implementation, and fine-tuning Assist with design computations and plan preparations Assist with other traffic and safety studies, including field workAssist in designing projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools Assist with developing the project quantities for construction cost estimate. Assist in the preparation of engineering documents for advertisement and construction Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities: Perform other related duties as assignedsUAS (drone) piloting Research and studies
Required Skills:
Valid Driver's License Required Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
Required Experience:- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, civil or systems engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program
- Engineer-in-training (EIT/EI) certification (for applicants with a civil engineering degree) Commitment to obtain EIT/EI within 6 months for all other engineering degrees 0-5 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, industrial, civil or systems engineering
- An ability to write in a professional and grammatically correct manner
An ability to communicate clearly and professionally with a variety of clients across the Southeastern USWillingness and ability to travel for field work, including occasional overnight trips, consistent with project needs.
Curiosity about traffic signals, connected devices, field equipment, and communication networks
Qualifications Preferred:
Traffic or traffic signal experienceIT, telecom, or AI experience
Ability to code and script using current languages and a strong foundation in logic-based systems
Networking competency, including TCP/IP topology, routing/switching, & related troubleshooting
Working Conditions:
Work is performed within a general office environment 75% of the time but may involve up to 25% field work. Work is generally sedentary in nature but will require regular standing, walking, lifting, and opening field equipment. Some work will also be performed within a technical lab, working with live electrical components and circuitry. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside and/or roadside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Field work is required on occasion before and after normal working hours and in low-light conditions. Some lifting (up to 50 lbs) may be required as needed. All field work will require travel within the state and occasionally out of state, including overnight trips. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
