Traffic Engineer

Overview

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At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team.

We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game.

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THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States.

KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives.

Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 50 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

This is a position for a traffic engineer with 2 or more years of relevant experience to work on public and private sector traffic engineering projects.

Typical assignments will include traffic modeling, traffic impact analysis reports, traffic signal design, signal timing plans, intelligent transportation systems (ITS) design, signing and striping plans, and corridor studies.

Duties would include the following :

• Prepare traffic signal, pavement marking, signing, lighting, and maintenance of traffic plans
• Prepare Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) design
• Perform data collection
• Perform traffic impact analyses
• Prepare traffic and safety studies
• Perform traffic analyses
• Perform transportation planning studies
• Prepare quantity and cost estimates
• Prepare written reports

The most qualified candidate will possess the following skills, experience and attributes :

• B.S.C.E. degree required
• E.I.T. certification required; P.E. preferred
• Familiarity with standard references such as the AASHTO Green Book, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, the Highway Safety Manual and the Highway Capacity Manual
• Familiarity with TxDOT design standards and guidelines
• Computer skills including training in CADD (MICROSTATION, OPEN ROADS, GEOPAK), HCS, SYNCHRO / SIM-TRAFFIC, Vistro, VISSIM, SIDRA, AGi32, Microsoft WORD and Microsoft EXCEL
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of experience in a design related field.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Complete Annual Individual Training Program
• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Complete other duties as required / assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(80-85% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects / tasks
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Compare field data to base plan
• Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval
• Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
• Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
• Review and approve shop drawings

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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