Traffic Engineering Associate

Barge Waggoner Sumner & Cannon - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Atlanta, GA

501-1,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Barge Design Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Traffic Engineering Associate for their Atlanta office. This role involves preparing and analyzing various traffic studies, developing operational improvements, and collaborating with other engineering disciplines to enhance project delivery. The position emphasizes a commitment to quality and innovation in traffic engineering, contributing to better community outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various types of traffic studies such as traffic impact studies, intersection safety analysis, and interchange analysis.
• Assist with corridor planning documents and provide intersection and corridor operational analysis.
• Assist with the development of intersection operational improvements.
• Prepare traffic signal and signing/pavement marking designs.
• Using Synchro software, develop and help implement signal timing plans.
• Participate in project site visits with other project team members as needed.
• Assist with transportation planning studies as needed.
• Direct traffic count, speed studies, access permit, and high crash monitoring programs.
• Prepare and review traffic studies to determine appropriate treatments and traffic control to resolve safety and congestion issues.
• Work with other disciplines such as survey, roadway design, and environmental to increase engineering knowledge and facilitate successful project delivery.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• 2-3 years of transportation or traffic engineering experience preferred.
• Knowledge and skill in Synchro and Microsoft Office is a must.
• Knowledge of HCS, VISSIM, ArcGIS, MicroStation, and TransCAD is desired.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Basic familiarity with MUTCD and DOT Design Guidelines and Standards.

Benefits

• Employee ownership
• Strong culture of quality, delivery, and innovation
• Opportunities for professional development
• Collaborative work environment
• Recognition as a Great Place To Work®