Entry-Level Transportation Engineering
This entry-level Traffic Engineer role at Confidential Client involves designing and managing traffic control plans, signal timing, and Intelligent Transportation Systems in compliance with WVDOH standards. The position requires data collection, traffic studies, construction plan review, and field inspections, supporting safe and efficient transportation infrastructure. The role offers opportunities to develop technical expertise while collaborating with cross-functional teams and clients in a dynamic consulting environment.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking Entry‑Level Transportation Engineers to support traffic and roadway projects from concept through completion on state DOT/DOH engagements. You will contribute to traffic control, signing, pavement marking, signal and lighting design, data collection and analysis, and field inspection support while working with a multi‑disciplinary team.
- Prepare signing, striping, temporary traffic control, signal, lighting and ITS construction plans and specifications.
- Gather traffic and roadway data (sight distance, ADT, crash data, Before/After studies, infrastructure inventories) and prepare special studies.
- Assist in developing and implementing traffic signal timing parameters and perform operational/maintenance checks for signals and ITS.
- Support construction inspection and provide technical assistance to field inspectors to verify compliance with WVDOH specifications and plans.
- Maintain and update as‑built plans and crash databases using LRS and GIS tools; prepare diagrams and reports.
- Review construction plans for accuracy and provide coordinated comments to other functional groups.
- Translate technical information into clear responses for clients, agency staff, and the public.
- Assist with traffic control plan implementation, marking utility location oversight, and inspection activities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Any level of traffic engineering experience is considered; candidates may be entry‑level or early career with interest in State DOH/DOT projects.
- Understanding of or willingness to learn WVDOH design standards, Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and Traffic Engineering Manual guidance.
- Proficiency (or willingness to learn) in Civil 3D, OpenRoad Designer, Synchro, and GIS tools.
- Basic competency in data collection methods, traffic analysis, and report preparation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and a professional approach to client interaction.
- Reliable, team‑oriented, and detail focused.
Preferred / Helpful Skills
- Master’s degree (MSCE) is a plus but not required.
- Experience with Transportation Information Systems (TIS), Linear Referencing Systems (LRS), and GIS for crash and inventory analysis.
- Familiarity with project scheduling or management tools such as MS Project.
- Experience in construction plan preparation and field inspection practices.
- Ability to train or mentor technicians and junior staff.
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated salary: $84,455 per year (estimated).
- Competitive benefits package may include medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, 401(k), and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) where offered by the client.
Why This Role
This position is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career transportation engineer who wants hands‑on experience on WVDOH projects and exposure to both office design work and field operations. You’ll join a cross‑functional team where professional growth and practical experience are prioritized.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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