Technical Advisor​/Traffic Engineering

Technical Advisor/ITS & Traffic Engineering

AECOM is seeking a Technical Advisor/ITS & Traffic Engineering to be based in Sacramento, CA. This position can also be a remote position in or near Modesto, CA.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Technical Advisor/ITS & Traffic Engineering to be based in Sacramento, CA. This position can also be a remote position in or near Modesto, CA.

• Develop scope of services for ITS planning & design, traffic engineering studies & design, and emerging technology projects
• Develop existing and new client relationships with a focus on DOT, cities and municipal governments
• Provide oversight and direction to project team members and subconsultants
• Interact directly with clients at project meetings and ensure that all client project designs meet engineering standards
• Interact directly with other disciplines such as roadway, drainage, structures, geotechnical, water, and environment and coordinate design
• Conduct and execute technical work in the field of traffic engineering, ITS and emerging technology
• Lead the development of Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) packages based upon agency standards and specifications if/when needed
• Work as part of a team and independently in evaluating and applying Traffic Engineering principles, standards, and criteria

• Minimum Requirements
• BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Preferred Qualifications
• Background in traffic and transportation engineering
• Experience to include 2 years of project management
• Experience leading local agency traffic engineering department and project development in ITS and Traffic Engineering
• Team-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate problems and solutions clearly and simply to clients, leadership, and technical staff
• Excellent written, graphical, and verbal communication skills
• Experience in traffic signal, ITS, lighting, signing and pavement marking design, Plan, Specifications, and Estimate Development
• Experience in Traffic Signal coordination, Adaptive Signal, ATSPM
• Experience in ITS design, traffic signal systems, systems engineering and ITS planning/architecture development
• Experience and/or knowledge in traffic operational analysis including traffic projections, analysis, and simulation using Synchro/ Sim Traffic, HCS, and VISSIM
• Strong problem solving, analytical and research skills

• Offered rate of compensation (California) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $ - $
• AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP,…