What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Transportation Engineer position at VHB?
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB is seeking a Transportation Designer to join our growing Transportation Systems Group in New England. This role can be based out of our Watertown, MA or Boston, MA offices.
Project work will focus on the planning, design and construction support of traditional and advanced traffic signals, connected vehicle and smart technology initiatives, advanced transportation technology infrastructure and traditional and smart work zone design and implementations.
Responsibilities
- Work within a team of professionals to develop design plans and specifications for a variety of Transportation Systems and communication equipment & infrastructure
- Development of Traffic Signal Design Plans and Specifications for state and municipal clients
- Development of Temporary Traffic Control Plans (TTCP), including traditional and smart work zones and construction phase service planning for state, municipal and private clients
- Systems Engineering documents for transportation technology projects following the FHWA Systems Engineering Process
- Design of ITS equipment and communications infrastructure including fiber optic and wireless technologies, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), Dynamic Message Signs (DMS), Wrong Way Vehicle Detection Systems, and various sensor technologies
- Perform engineering field work as needed (various field equipment testing, utility and infrastructure verification, taking measurements and pictures at field sites, etc.)
- Writing technical reports and memoranda
Skills and Attributes
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Technical Report Writing experience preferred
- Attention to detail
- Excel in working in a team environment
- Ability to read and comprehend design and construction specifications and plans preferred
- Ability/willingness to work outdoors on occasion on highway job sites and uneven terrain
- AutoCAD and/or Microstation preferred
Qualifications
- BS in Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation or Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- 0-1 year of professional experience with a desire to learn the planning, design, and construction of transportation equipment and/or communications systems (cellular, fiber, wireless) preferred
- Interest in working across multiple disciplines concurrently with a diversity of assignments
- Experience developing civil design and construction documents – preference given for state DOT experience, a plus
- EIT preferred
Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $80,000-83,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location.
We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:
- Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
- Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
- Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
- Focus on learning, development, and career growth
- Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Salary : $80,000 - $83,000