Transportation Analyst

Lancaster Mobley is seeking a mid-level Transportation Analyst to join our downtown Vancouver, Washington office to support our senior transportation engineering and design teams. This is a hybrid position that allows remote work, with a minimum of three days in the office. In-office requirements may be higher initially, during on-boarding and training.

Areas of focus: Transportation-focused Operations, Infrastructure Design, & Planning

This position will work closely with senior team members on a variety of transportation engineering, planning, and operations projects. Primary responsibilities include assisting with and preparing a wide variety of transportation operations analyses and report writing. This includes the preparation of transportation impact analyses, sight distance evaluations, safety audits, field investigations, and detailed report preparation. Strong writing skills are essential.

Secondary responsibilities include assisting with traffic management plans, parking analysis and management plans, and infrastructure design. Design tasks could include projects that include traffic signals, street lighting, ITS, signing and striping, and temporary traffic control plans.

We provide team members opportunities for exposure to a wide variety of transportation engineering and planning projects to develop a breadth of experience and the ability to pursue areas of practice that align with their interests.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in civil engineering or a related field in traffic engineering and transportation planning

Experience: Minimum of two years of related work experience

Certifications: EIT

Skills 

General: Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills are essential. Direct experience preparing Transportation Impact Analyses and familiarity with the land-use entitlement process in Oregon and Washington is a plus. 

Software and Traffic Analysis Tools: Synchro, Highway Capacity Manual methodologies, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite.

Bonus Familiarity: GIS experience, Bluebeam, AGi32, AutoTURN, Sidra.

We take pride in our responsiveness to clients and our preparedness at project meetings and with public involvement. If you approach your work with excitement for problem solving, eagerness to find innovative solutions, have a positive attitude, and are a self-starter – we want to hear from you today! If you have questions or are interested in applying, please email: brianp@lancastermobley.com

About Us

Founded in 1983, Lancaster Mobley is Oregon’s longest-standing independent transportation engineering and planning firm. Our team of curious, well-rounded professionals, half of whom are women, are passionate about our work engineering the future of mobility. We specialize in providing innovative, forward-thinking transportation solutions that move people safely, efficiently, and equitably.

Our firm has a history of growing teammates’ career paths with analysts developing over time into senior leadership. We hire for the long term and provide mentorship, professional development, and support for continued education and licensure. With offices in Portland, Vancouver, and Bend, we offer a mix of in-office and remote work environments.

Compensation/Benefits Package

• Competitive salary with potential year-end bonus
• 100% employer-paid medical and dental plan for employees
• 401K plan with 3% employer contribution and potential Profit Sharing
• Generous PTO, with anniversary increments
• 7 paid holidays, with potential for last week of the year closure with pay
• Collaborative atmosphere with company sponsorship and active team participation in transportation-related events, training, and continuing education, such as the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS), Young Professionals in Transportation, as well as a variety of workshops, transportation related conferences, webinars, and seminars.
• Annual Holiday party, spring office retreat, and happy hours
• Flexible work schedule