Transportation/Traffic Engineer

LocationWashington, DC
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Overview


ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB’s Metro D.C. team is looking for an Entry Level Transportation/Traffic Engineer. This role can be based out of our Washington, D.C. or Tysons, VA office.

The selected candidate will work with a team of transportation engineers and planners on a variety of public, private and institutional projects within broad cross-section of markets, including municipal, state agencies, higher education, and federal.


Responsibilities

Work within a team of professionals in developing transportation engineering, safety, and planning solutions for multimodal transportation projects
Perform safety and operational studies
Conduct field reviews
Perform research and data analysis, including working with large data sets
Perform traffic engineering analysis, safety analysis, and operational studies
Critically analyze and evaluate transportation improvement alternatives to support planning and engineering projects
Prepare conceptual designs, including sign and pavement marking plans in MicroStation
Prepare quantity take-offs and cost estimates
Research best practices for transportation safety design and policy
Prepare written documents, summarize data and analysis, and assemble reports to convey findings and recommendations
Provide communications support


Skills And Attributes

Understanding of transportation engineering, operations, safety, and design fundamentals
Ability to work well in a collaborative and integrated team environment, in both office and virtual environments
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to balance concurrent projects and priorities
Strong attention to detail
Self-motivated
Ability to think critically


Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil/transportation engineering or related field
0-1 year of transportation experience, preferably related to safety
Familiarity with national engineering standards, including AASHTO, MUTCD, Highway Capacity Manual, Highway Safety Manual and/or ITE guidance documents. Prior experience with local standards in DC, Virginia, or Maryland is desirable
Proficiency in integrating and analyzing data from different sources using ArcGIS or programming languages
Proficiency in MS Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience or proficiency with industry software, including CAD/Microstation, Open Roads Designer, ArcGIS, Synchro, Vissim, HCS, Remix, InDesign, and/or big data analysis tools is a plus
EIT certification preferred

Hiring Salary Range - $75,000 - $81,000. However, the final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here .

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience , which includes:

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
Focus on learning, development, and career growth
Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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