Senior Traffic Engineer

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

Your impact

Thriving communities. Smarter cities. A brighter future. What we do is more than designing roads and lighting systems; our team leads Traffic and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) designs to improve mobility in the public space.

If you want to join a company invested in you, your success, and the global community, then join us as a Senior Traffic Engineer .

As a Senior Traffic Engineer in Henderson, Nevada, you will work in the areas of Traffic Engineering Design including traffic signals, interchange evaluation, roundabouts, signing / pavement marking, MOT;

ITS Design including Interconnect design, DMS, and system detection design. On the Traffic Operations side, the areas include traffic operations analysis, safety analysis, and traffic macro / micro modeling.

You will work closely with other members of the team in delivering traffic engineering projects including signal design, pedestrian crossing systems, pedestrian safety improvements, ITS design, signing and marking, roadway lighting, and / or construction traffic control plans.

You will develop leadership skills by providing technical direction and mentoring to less experienced personnel. Joining our team, you will have the opportunity to participate in the pursuit of new projects and clients and will participate in planning and budgeting.

You will also have the chance to work on exciting and engaging large-scale infrastructure projects and utilize your design expertise to create innovative solutions.

Our "Future of Work" approach will offer you the opportunity to spend time working both in the office and from home. We want you to be empowered to deliver the boldest solutions for everyday living, so explore us!

Here's what you'll need

• BS in Civil Engineering with a focus in Transportation / Traffic engineering discipline
• At least 10 years of professional experience on Traffic and ITS design projects
• Knowledge of traffic signals and signal systems
• Experience with Intelligent Transportation Systems for DOT and municipal clients
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience in the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates to state and local standards
• Experience in the preparation of technical reports
• Previous work experience with DOT and municipalities
• Ability to self-motivate and work productively without supervision
• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and management and thrive in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to deliver multiple complex assignments simultaneously
• Deep knowledge of Highway Capacity Manual, MUTCD, and HSM
• Proficiency in Microstation and AutoCAD platforms
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Ideally, you’ll also have :

• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Nevada, or ability to obtain licensure via reciprocity
• Proficiency with Traffic analysis software (Synchro / SimTraffic, DynusT, VISSIM, CORSIM, HCS, HSM). Ability to enhance current software skills.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code
• Knowledge of AGi32 or Visual Lighting Software

Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being.

Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.

Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.

S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried / exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $96,400.00 to $168,600.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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