Traffic Design Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms. JMT's Washington DC Traffic Team is seeking a Traffic Design Engineer to be responsible for engineering design, analysis, and studies using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate assignments. JMT's Washington DC office is a fast-growing and dynamic office involved in major projects in Washington DC and the surrounding area. The selected candidate will work with a team of experienced project managers and professional engineers on exciting, multimodal transportation projects. U.S. Residency Required. Compensation for this opportunity is $39.00 - $41.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Perform engineering tasks in the traffic engineering field through application of relevant design criteria, standards, and processes Prepare traffic signal, signing, pavement marking, lighting, and ITS design plans Prepare maintenance of traffic (MOT), transportation management plans (TMP), and detour plans for design projects Develop construction cost estimates and specifications Perform traffic safety and traffic analysis studies based on the Highway Capacity Manual Perform traffic analysis using software such as Synchro and VISSIM Conduct multimodal studies including pedestrian and bicycle studies Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan project Perform field reviews of traffic operations Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned Required Skills Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Written and oral communication skills Required Experience Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from ABET accredited engineering program 0 - 4 years' experience Qualifications Preferred Engineer-in-training certification Related experience Experience working with local clients in the DC metropolitan area. Working Conditions Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. 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 in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed. Benefits JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and this position is eligible for participation in JMT's Health and Welfare benefits program. JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Created: 2024-10-29