Wilson & Company is seeking a Civil Engineer in Training with hands on traffic operations analysis and design experience to join our team in Salt Lake City, UT. This position will perform evaluations in traffic operations, safety, traffic design (signals, maintenance-of-traffic, signing, striping), multimodal design/complete streets design and project management. They will work in conjunction with the project managers, peer engineers and CADD team members to coordinate the traffic analysis and design with other project disciplines to meet project deadlines for various projects throughout Utah and other regions as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop technical traffic analysis for highways, streets, and multi-modal facilities utilizing multiple software and programs as necessary.
  • Perform technical traffic analysis to identify traffic operations and safety related deficiencies for all modes.
  • Identify mitigation alternatives or safety countermeasures to correct deficiencies for current and future traffic conditions.
  • Evaluate alternatives and document measures of effectiveness to recommend proposed improvements.
  • Produce traffic reports in multiple forms to document all analysis.
• Maintenance of Traffic – development of alternatives and design/construction plans to maintain traffic during construction of transportation improvements.
• Signing, pavement marking, and traffic signal design – prepare design/ construction documents for permanent signing, pavement marking, and traffic signal plans based on MUTCD guidance and standards.
• Marketing and Business Development – Assist in the development of proposals to secure new business for traffic related work and as part of multi-discipline projects.

Required Skills

• Strong work ethic and an understanding of engineering principles.
• Proven teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite products including Word and Excel.
• Good intrapersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas to peers, senior staff, and clients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Synchro traffic simulation software.
• Experience with AutoTURN.
• Experience with SignCAD.
• Experience with Synchro traffic simulation software.
• Experience with other traffic analysis programs, such as HCS, Vissim, TransModeler, Sidra, Rodel.
• Experience with Microstation and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience with AutoTURN.
• Experience with SignCAD.
• Knowledge of the MUTCD, Highway Capacity Manual, Highway Safety Manual, and other traffic analysis/design guidelines.
• Understand of basic principles of travel demand forecasting including 4-step models and activity based models.
• Experience with TransCAD and PTV VISUM software platforms.

Required Experience

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Zero to four years of hands-on experience.
• Engineering Intern Certification
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, primarily Word and Excel.

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

Annual Salary Range: $60,000 - $100,000 (Depending on Experience)

About Us:

Wilson & Company has a rich history in multimodal transportation planning, traffic engineering and design, and the right candidate will become part of our bright future. We provide multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, surveying, mapping, environmental, and planning services, and employ staff throughout 15 offices in 9 states. The firm was founded in 1932 and provides services to a diverse client base including railroads; municipal, state, and federal agencies; energy, industrial, and commercial companies; and private developers.

The cornerstone of our success is Higher Relationships, standards in Discipline, Intensity, Collaboration, Shared Ownership, and Solutions. Discipline is doing it right, with attention to details without exception. Intensity is doing what it takes to meet and exceed expectations. Collaboration is working together and bringing out the best in each other. Shared Ownership means we adopt the goals of others as our own. Finally, Solutions are achieved in a win-win environment. We value this commitment to Higher Relationships with our employees, clients, and the communities where we live and work. And for you, our culture intends to help you achieve personal and professional success. Come grow with us!

Wilson & Company provides a comprehensive benefits package that encourages employee health and well-being. We have several options to choose from for health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plan benefits. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.

Wilson & Company is a federal contractor and subject to various health and safety regulations enforced by federal, state, and local agencies, as well as health and safety requirements of our clients. All regulations and requirements are subject to change, which could cause current Wilson & Company policies to be adjusted. Wilson & Company will require all employees to comply with all applicable regulations, requirements, and company policies.

• Strong work ethic and an understanding of engineering principles.
• Proven teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite products including Word and Excel.
• Good intrapersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas to peers, senior staff, and clients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Synchro traffic simulation software.
• Experience with AutoTURN.
• Experience with SignCAD.
• Experience with Synchro traffic simulation software.
• Experience with other traffic analysis programs, such as HCS, Vissim, TransModeler, Sidra, Rodel.
• Experience with Microstation and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience with AutoTURN.
• Experience with SignCAD.
• Knowledge of the MUTCD, Highway Capacity Manual, Highway Safety Manual, and other traffic analysis/design guidelines.
• Understand of basic principles of travel demand forecasting including 4-step models and activity based models.
• Experience with TransCAD and PTV VISUM software platforms.