Job Description

AECOM is looking for an experienced Traffic Engineer (Hybrid), with an emphasis in traffic analysis and VISSIM modeling, to support our traffic analysis team in Murray, Utah providing technical leadership and independent delivery of small to large projects.

Our team works with local and national clients to provide solutions to their transportation needs across all modes of travel. Typical projects and daily tasks focus on traffic engineering related services such as traffic projections, traffic impact studies, traffic analysis and simulation, traffic safety studies and the safety effects of design alternatives, conceptual planning and design, and other transportation related studies.

Projects may also include engineering design services for development of roadway striping, signing, signal, or maintenance of traffic plans for small to large highway and/or municipal roadways.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs or oversees—with little supervision—all aspects of traffic engineering studies including data collection, microsimulation model development and calibration (SimTraffic and VISSIM) or other deterministic models such as Synchro, HCS, Vistro, or Sidra, traffic forecasting, and analysis of alternatives
• Documents results and procedures in technical memoranda and reports
• Presents technical findings to internal project teams, clients, and the public
• Support junior engineers in the execution of smaller standalone traffic engineering projects, or traffic entering tasks as part of larger projects
• Provides day-to-day mentoring and guidance to junior engineers in the execution of their tasks.
• Follows AECOM and client process in performing quality control tasks of other engineers’ work.
• Works collaboratively with other discipline leads in the Murray office to perform business development activities such as identification of project opportunities, marketing clients, making technical presentations at conferences, assisting with proposal preparation, and assisting with recruiting efforts
• Assists project managers in the development of scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules
• Proposes approaches to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments
• Identifies discrepancies in results
• Provides guidance to entry level engineers
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS + 4 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4+ years of experience in traffic engineering
• Experience in technical execution of tasks for traffic engineering projects with an emphasis of microsimulation and modeling of all modes of transportation and facility types.
• Proficient with Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, and HCS software
• Expertise with Highway Capacity Manual and FHWA Traffic Analysis Toolkit methodologies
• Proficient with standard Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing)
• Experience in traffic safety analysis including Highway Safety Manual, traffic signal warrants, traffic signal and pedestrian crossing control system analysis, and design; and traffic signing and pavement marking analysis and design
• Experience in supporting business development activities including preparing project proposals
• Professional Engineer license in the State of Utah, or the ability to obtain license within 6 months
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)
• Experience in task/project management, staff oversight, application and development of technical skills, and experience working directly with internal and external clients
• Experience in mentorship and development of traffic engineering interns and/or entry level staff
• Experience with traditional four step or activity based travel demand models
• Project management experience

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.