Senior Traffic Engineer

Description

ABOUT US

About

You know what we love about our company? We've created an environment where every one of us comes to work each day to do something we enjoy with people we care about. This job is NOT for you if:

• You are mediocre, lazy or uninspired
• You take the easy way out
• You handle constructive criticism poorly
• You can't work with a team
  
  

On the other hand, if you would rather become an all-star in a growing, dynamic and ambitious team, your world could change. Each project is an adventure, so we're looking for a trustworthy adventure seeker. We like to work hard and improve each day, and we're never afraid of a new challenge. This is what makes us great.

As for what we do, LIVIC is primarily a site/civil engineering firm which focuses on land development, municipal services, traffic and transportation engineering, GIS, survey, and landscape design. With our experienced and dedicated team, we partner with our business community and top industry professionals to provide the responsive, creative and value-driven results that clients demand. Since beginning our firm in 2017, we have continued to work with some of the best clients in the region, clients that we've pursued because of shared values of integrity, hard work, collaboration and responsiveness. Our attention is always on making sure we accomplish what's best for our clients. And because we're a small firm, we aren't bound by corporate stakeholders and policies, so we have an unlimited potential to evolve our business in any direction.

Essential Job Functions

LIVIC Civil is looking to fill a full-time Senior Traffic Engineer position for our growing transportation department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for working on state, municipal and private projects, be a team player, and be enthusiastic in working with other engineers, project managers, and other technical staff. In this position you will be assisting with planning, designing, and overseeing civil engineering projects, such as traffic signal design, traffic impact studies, intersection design, roadway design, and preparation of highway occupancy permit applications.

Essential Job Functions Include

• Coordinate and perform the planning and permitting of traffic/transportation engineering, land development, and infrastructure projects;
• Conduct traffic analysis for traffic impact studies;
• Oversee field staff collecting traffic volume, road, and regulatory data;
• Conduct preliminary traffic reviews at the project concept stage to identify critical traffic-related issues;
• Apply knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics;
• Write and/or review draft reports including traffic impact studies and parking studies;
• Use engineering equipment and design software (SYNCHRO, HCS, etc.) to prepare engineering and design documents with proficiency;
• Prepare draft proposals and review draft invoices and project budgets in collaboration with team members;
• Lead tasks associated with the preparation and modification of various engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, cost estimates, and designs for projects;
• Supervise or coordinate the work of staff engineers, interns, and others who assist in specific assignments as needed;
• Coordinate and perform field inspection services, as needed; and
• Perform other duties as requested.
  
  

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Civil Engineering or 10 years of experience in similar role
• Professional Engineer License (Pennsylvania Preferred)
• Proficiency in Bentley Microstation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools including Work and Excel.
• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be flexible, well organized, accountable, and dependable.
• Familiarity of PennDot methods and procedures, policies, and standards
• Ability to coach and assist with the management of staff; ability to effectively manage multiple clients and projects and to develop and manage project budgets
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 or more years of experience in traffic design, traffic impact studies, traffic signal warrants, parking studies, driveway & roadway design, and traffic signal design
• Experience with HCS, SYNCHRO, and the MUTCD is required; Knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation are a plus;
  
  

EDUCATION

• BS or MS degree
  
  

BENEFITS

LIVIC Civil offers excellent benefits including competitive salary, health insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, the opportunity for growth and advancement, and an awesome group of people to work with.

Please note that based on applicants, candidates with less experience may still be considered