Traffic Engineer
Vacant position
Engineering · Portland, United States
PBS Engineering and Environmental is a nationally recognized leader in creative and sustainable solutions that are driven by our strong commitment to quality and community. Our multi-disciplinary consulting services include civil engineering, environmental services, natural resources, landscape architecture, industrial hygiene, and land surveying in both the private and public sector.Ìý
In 2024, PBS joined Apex Companies, LLC,Ìýa nationalÌýmultidisciplinaryÌýand engineering services firm with a robust portfolio of capabilities in water, environmental, health and safety, construction management, transportation, compliance and assurance, and infrastructure.ÌýThisÌýpartnershipÌýcreatedÌýa combined team of more than 1,400 staff with the resources to serve all 50 states.Ìý
ÂÜÀòÂÒÂ× about what it’s like to work with us: Ìý
We are currently seeking to add a Traffic Engineer to our dynamic team in Vancouver, Washington. Ìý
$80,000-110,000/annually, full time with benefits. Ìý
PBS is a full-service engineering firm that provides cross discipline learning experiences for our junior engineers work directly with our broad service line including water resources, roadway design, civil site design, environmental, structural design, landscape architecture, geotechnical engineering, and survey.
Required Qualifications ÌýÌý
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering Ìý
- 3+ years’ experience in general Civil, Traffic, or Transportation Engineering ÌýÌý
- Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) certificate, or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment Ìý Ìý
- Experience working within a team setting Ìý
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ìý
- Problem-solving skillsÌý
- Authorized to work in the United States Ìý
- Valid driver’s license ÌýÌý
Desirable Qualifications ÌýÌý
- Professional Engineer (P.E) License
- Familiarity with related codes and standards of such organizations as AASHTO, FHWA, ODOT, and WSDOTÌý
- Familiarity with local agency standards within Oregon and WashingtonÌý
- Experience with HCS, Synchro, SimTraffic, Vistro, VISSIM, VISUM, EMME, TransCAD, or similar traffic modeling and analysis softwareÌý
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Microstation, or similar drafting softwareÌý
- Experience with GIS platforms or mapping softwareÌý
- Experience with technical writing (a sample may be requested)Ìý
- Proficiency with preparing and modifying spreadsheet calculations ÌýÌý
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES ÌýÌý
- Perform traffic engineering analysis and safety evaluations at intersections and along roadwaysÌý
- Prepare trip generation and trip distribution calculationsÌý
- Prepare technical reports and documentation Ìý
- Perform traffic engineering design tasks such as signing and striping, traffic signal, and illuminationÌý
- Effectively self-manage multiple assignments and prioritize with input from project managers
- Maintain active communication with team membersÌý
- Collaborate in a fast-paced environment Ìý
- Exercise flexibility and creativity in project approaches Ìý
- Periodically perform a variety of skilled professional tasks, manually or by use of computer-assisted equipment
Why PBS?
PBS understands that our people are our greatest resource, and we value their personal and professional growth. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion create an environment that fosters this growth and where people can build fulfilling, diverse, long-term careers. We provide project opportunities large enough to propel your career, while honoring the work-life balance and unique contributions that make our success possible.
Our mid-range size allows generous benefits, while maintaining the relaxed atmosphere, flexible scheduling, and individual attention that make our offices great places to work. At PBS, our multi-disciplinary teams foster unity and collaboration within our communities as well as a deep commitment to our clients.
PBS Benefits
Qualifying employee benefits may include:
- Immediate 401(k) eligibility with employer match
- Medical, dental/orthodontic, vision, alternative/naturopathic care
- Family-building benefits
- FSA, HSA, and DCA
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Wellness and cell phone stipend
- Tuition reimbursement, sponsored certifications, and professional development
- Donation matching
- PTO and paid holidays, bereavement leave
- Annual and merit bonuses
- Paid volunteer hours
PBS is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that values diversity in our workplace. To learn more, please visit ourÌý on our website.
POLICY FOR THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS
PBS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any resume submitted to any employee(s) of PBS without an agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of PBS. Resumes sent to any employee(s) other than PBS internal recruiting staff, even if a contract is in place, will be considered unsolicited. In either case, PBS will not pay a placement fee.
PBS will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the PBS Talent Acquisition team.
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