TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE 

Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection.  In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking an entry-level Traffic Engineer to join our Virginia team as part of the Mid-Atlantic Region Traffic Group. 

The successful candidate will collaborate with transportation staff to provide traffic support for corridor studies, environmental documents, roadway design projects, and design-build projects. 

It is preferred that the candidate be located in Virginia or North Carolina - Remote options available for the right candidate!

The qualified candidate will:

Assist Civil Engineers and Project Managers with transportation plans, traffic engineering analyses, and studies. Develop traffic forecasts and analyses, including data collection, field investigations, calculations, and report preparation. Coordinate with the Roadway Design group on geometric improvements and prepare conceptual designs. Represent Michael Baker International at technical meetings with agency staff, clients, and contractors. Conduct technical analyses for operations, safety, and transportation planning studies. Prepare technical reports and transportation-related plans (e.g., traffic signals, signing, pavement marking, ITS, roadway lighting, traffic control). Collect field data, traffic counts, and other research. Prepare quantities and construction cost estimates. Travel to job sites for site visits, data collection, and meetings as required. Provide technical support for meetings. Perform other duties as directed by senior staff.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Possess a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Transportation Engineering or related area of study Minimum 2-4 years of relevant work experience, master’s degree in relevant discipline can substitute for up to one year of work experience EIT highly preferred Experience in traffic analysis software (HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic) for planning and design purposes Working knowledge and understanding of industry related analyses and development criteria/concepts Must have strong technical writing skills and able to develop documents in Microsoft Office Experience in Microstation preferred Experience in AGi32 Lighting Design Software and development of lighting design plans preferred Experience in VISSIM simulation software preferred

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $67,000-$105,000.   This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate. 

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:  

Medical, dental, vision insurance   401K Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability   Professional and personal development Generous paid time off   Commuter and wellness benefits