Experienced Traffic Engineer - Rail Traffic & Public Projects (Hybrid)

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.

Olsson’s rail traffic experts provide clients with a single resource for services such as traffic signal preemption design, grade crossing safety design, traffic operations studies, and other related services. As a Traffic Engineer for the rail traffic team, you will assist with traffic and preemption analysis/design, perform site visits, assist with plan or study preparation, and work closely with others on complex projects.

This role offers a hybrid opportunity, to accommodate diverse working preferences and promote work-life balance. Candidates can work hybrid schedules or work out of our Olsson office location in Irvine, CA. 

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Providing industry leading client service
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• 2 to 4+ years of traffic or transportation engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Engineering Intern Certificate (EI) preferred 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (or similar software)
• Proficiency in Synchro (or similar software)
• Strong problem-solving and math skills

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

Typical salary range for this position is $85,835 to $110,000+ and is commensurate with experience relative to the position. 

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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