What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Engineer position at H2M Careers?
H2M architects engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, environmental consulting firm, seeks a full or part-time Project Traffic Engineer [Hybrid] for our Melville, NY office. This position will be responsible for the preparation and management of traffic, parking, and master planning studies. This includes, but is not limited to, traffic design and related infrastructure projects. Successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate on and design and manage exciting traffic/transportation projects.
Job Responsibilities:
Preparation of traffic impact and parking studies, including the review of site plans for traffic safety issues and parking facilities for local zoning conformance.
Coordinate and perform the planning, analysis, design and permitting tasks for traffic/transportation engineering, land development, master planning projects.
Analyze signals, signing and pavement markings.
Delivery of on-time tasks/projects within specified guidelines and schedules; completing progress reports as necessary.
Draft and prepare traffic impact reports.
Manage internal and external relationships, including interaction and problem solving with clients, contractors, and other project team members.
Note: Must be able to travel to field/client visits with the NY metro area.
Experience/Education Requirements:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering is required. A New York State Professional Engineering License is required.
Must have 6 years traffic engineering experience – this includes but not limited to road, intersection, and overall traffic infrastructure design.
Knowledge of AutoCAD
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), Synchro, MUTCD, ITE Traffic Engineering Handbook, ITE Parking Generation, ITE Trip Generation, and AASHTO.
Strong knowledge of NYSDOT Highway Design Manual.
Must be able to read and comprehend roadway plans and contracts.
Ability to work independently and prepare expert reports summarizing findings, using accepted engineering principles, prepare for EBT’s, and hearing/trial testimony.
Traffic signal design experience highly desirable.
Nassau-Suffolk County experience a plus.
Must be highly motivated.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Note: Candidates should be available to attend in person meetings/hearings out of the office. Must have reliable transportation for related client meetings and site visits. (valid driver’s license in good standing required).
The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $110,000 annually.
The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to any applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law. Note: The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.
Salary : $80,000 - $110,000
