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Transportation Engineer

DDG
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/28/2026
Description

The Transportation Engineer is a member of the municipal services team and assists with planning, conceptual design, and managing transportation infrastructure projects to ensure they meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. This includes review of traffic models, conducting feasibility studies, preliminary design of roadways and transportation networks, and coordinating with the team to monitor construction activities for the municipality. The role also involves collaborating with other governmental agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders to deliver successful transportation projects.

ACTIVITIES RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist with traffic studies, transportation modeling, and system evaluations, ensuring that analyses, intersection designs, and public transportation assessments align with best practices, regulatory standards, and municipal goals.
  • Assist with the development of transportation infrastructure projects from conception through to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
  • Coordinate with other engineers, architects, planners, and contractors to ensure project success.
  • Assist with the analyzation of transportation data to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance efficiency and safety.
  • Work closely with government agencies, stakeholders, and public entities to ensure projects meet legal and environmental requirements.
  • Assist with the preparation of reports, proposals, and presentations for municipal client, government agencies, and city leadership
  • Respond to public concerns and address community-related issues related to transportation projects and existing traffic concerns.
  • Assist with the monitoring of the progress of construction projects, ensuring that designs are followed and that safety protocols are adhered to with the assistance of others on the team.
  • Conduct site observations and provide recommendations for adjustments during construction to meet project goals.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices for transportation engineering.
  • Assist with the coordination of signal operations, traffic improvements, safety analyses, and corridor studies to enhance transportation system performance.
  • Review plans prepared by external consultants for public roadway improvements, ensuring compliance with design standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in public meetings and workshops to discuss transportation projects, issues, studies, and development proposals with community residents and other stakeholders, providing technical insights and addressing concerns. – preferred
  • Assist with the development and implementation of long-term strategic plans for the municipal transportation system, while advising municipal leadership on best practices, policy considerations, and investment strategies to ensure the transportation network effectively serves future community needs.
  • Assist in reviewing, updating, and enhancing the City’s transportation-related Standards, Specifications, and Code to ensure they reflect best practices, regulatory requirements, and long-term mobility and safety goals.

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Strong knowledge of transportation planning, traffic flow analysis, and road design principles.
  • Experience with engineering software, traffic model software and GIS tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Familiarity with environmental and safety regulations related to transportation – preferred but not required

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a Transportation Engineer or in a similar role, for a minimum of 3 years.
  • Familiarity with traffic simulation tools and transportation modeling software with traffic data collection techniques and analysis tools preferred
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, Engineering Intern (EI) license required
  • Certification from the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) or Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) is an asset.

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to travel to various project sites.
  • Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.

Apply

  • Submit resume to the People Development team via email to careers@ddgpc.com
  • Specific project experiences and responsibilities shall be provided with resume.

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