Location: Phoenix Tucson

We are seeking a senior transportation engineer experienced in traffic operations and safety who has a people-first mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a desire to make a positive impact on our organization and our communities.

Overview

This role is about leading and supporting traffic operations and safety projects for freeway corridors, interchanges, intersections, local roadways, and citywide networks, while building client relationships that contribute to bringing work to the firm. Consistency, collaboration, and a keen focus on providing meaningful mentorship to others are all critical success factors.

Technical Focus

Hands-on project experience working on traffic and transit microsimulation, multimodal corridor studies, downtown circulation plans, transportation demand management plans, transportation impact studies, bicycle and pedestrian facility planning, and local/regional transportation plans
Analyze field-collected data using spreadsheet and software models. Experience using tools such as, Synchro, HCS, SIDRA, FREEVAL, and VISSIM.
Develop future traffic projections following agency-specific methodologies and procedures.
Applied understanding of analysis techniques for the Highway Capacity Manual, Highway Safety Manual, and MUTCD
Develop concepts and implement advanced traffic management strategies including Active Transportation and Demand Management (ATDM) and Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) strategies.

Core Responsibilities

Technical proficiency in traffic operations and safety.
Provide technical direction to others for complex projects/tasks.
Develop sound and informed scopes, budgets, and schedules for proposals.
Build and maintain relationships with clients/teaming partners/industry professionals.
Deliver meaningful feedback and mentorship for career growth.

Qualifications

8-15 years of experience related to technical focus areas referenced above.
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required.
Professional Engineer (PE) license (or TE) in the state where you will primarily deliver work.
Clear passion for transportation and experience as a consultant.

Compensation And Benefits

At Kittelson, our approach to compensation and benefits is built around a few core principles:

We take the long view and think in terms of total compensation, which goes well beyond base salary and encompasses retirement planning, insurance, time-off benefits, professional development opportunities, and a year-end performance bonus open to all team members
Incorporate choice and flexibility, knowing each of our team members has unique circumstances and benefit preferences
Continuously monitor and adapt by keeping a pulse on external market pay and trends in the geographies where we operate

The range for this position is $112,000-145,000, which is a combination of your base salary plus an employer-funded 401K retirement contribution. Position in this range is determined by candidate's experience and office location.

Apply

If you have a passion for helping communities and want to work with a great team that is making a difference in transportation today, we want to hear from you! Please express interest in this position by using the Apply Now button below. During the application process you will be asked to provide some contact information, answer a few questions, and upload a resume. For a more in-depth overview of our hiring activities, view the brief videos about Our Approach to Hiring.

Kittelson is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Senior Transportation Engineer