Assistant Traffic Engineer

Job Title: Assistant Traffic Engineer

Job Description

As an Assistant Traffic Engineer, you will be the primary data collector in the field, arranging and overseeing data collection tasks. You will undertake specific portions of broader assignments under the guidance of an experienced engineer, perform standard computations, intermediate engineering analysis, and create drawings and visual aids. You will observe construction activities, maintain equipment inventory, and perform signal design tasks and quantity estimates. Your role will also involve attending project meetings with senior staff, writing report sections, performing basic QA/QC tasks, and providing limited supervision to technicians. Furthermore, you will coordinate with municipalities and agencies regarding background volumes, accident data, and signal timings, and develop and analyze trip generation and volume.

Responsibilities

• Collect and oversee data collection in the field.
• Perform standard computations and intermediate engineering analysis.
• Prepare drawings and visual aids.
• Observe construction activities and maintain equipment inventory.
• Conduct signal design tasks and quantity estimates.
• Attend project meetings and write report sections.
• Perform basic QA/QC tasks and review work of Assistant Engineers, Junior Engineers, and Technicians.
• Provide limited supervision to technicians.
• Coordinate with municipalities/agencies regarding background volumes, accident data, and signal timings.
• Develop and analyze trip generation and volume.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 2 years of experience in a similar engineering role.
• Experience in traffic engineering and analysis of roadways and signals.
• Experience in creating and preparing construction documents.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in INroads, AutoTurn, Synchro, Vissim, and GIS.
• Membership in professional practice organization (ASCE).

Work Environment

Enjoy a flexible work schedule, including a hybrid work-from-home policy for two days a week. The role offers competitive pay based on experience and qualifications. Benefit from medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options, health savings and flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with employer match. Additional perks include generous PTO, a discretionary annual employee bonus, tuition reimbursement, paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Legal services, employee discount programs, paid professional licensing fees, and paid membership fees in professional organizations are also available. Enjoy company events such as summer BBQs, a golf outing, a holiday party, and free snacks.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $47.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Poughkeepsie,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 2025.

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