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Olsson Transportation Engineer - Traffic/Technology in Des Moines, Iowa
Company Description
We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.
Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.
Job Description
At Olsson, our Traffic/Technology team specializes in delivering comprehensive traffic solutions, catering to our clients’ diverse project needs. Our team handles traffic operation studies, pedestrian circulation studies, and intersection improvement/design projects. We specialize in traffic signal design and have notable expertise in signal timing. Additionally, we work on pavement marking design, street lighting analysis and design, DMS boards, bike ped-trail alignments, and evaluating and designing Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Our team is also proficient in more complex projects, including conducting citywide safety studies and improving signal systems.
As an Assistant Engineer for the Traffic/Technology team, you will use CAD software to create design plans, perform traffic studies, and assist in other traffic analysis-related work. Your responsibilities will include designing traffic signals, roundabouts, pavement markings, signing, facilities for vehicular and multimodal users, and temporary traffic control. You will conduct traffic studies for both public and private clients, ranging in complexity, and typically evaluate the safety and operational performance of transportation systems. Additionally, you will analyze traffic patterns and data to optimize roadway designs, manage congestion, and enhance road safety.
We provide comprehensive support to help our employees seamlessly transition into their roles, offering mentorship and training to ensure a successful and fulfilling start to their careers.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
Working collaboratively with others
Having ownership in the work you do
Using your talents to positively affect communities
You bring to the team:
Strong communication skills
Ability to contribute and work well on a team
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
0-4 years of engineering experience
Must obtain or have an Engineer Intern (EI) certificate
Experience with AutoCAD (or similar software)
Synchro experience is preferred, but not required
OSP Fiber experience is preferred, but not required
Skilled in using Excel for data analysis and complex formula creation preferred
Additional Information
Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.
As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:
Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
Receive an excellent 401(k) match
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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