HIGHWAY PRACTICE

For more than 80 years, we have helped to shape America’s highway network. We provide comprehensive highway planning, design and construction services from conceptual and preliminary engineering studies through final design, construction management, inspection and closeout. Our highway design and construction services projects include major freeways and expressways, new roadway corridors, design-build projects, public-private partnerships, complex urban interchanges, rural roads and urban streets, intersection improvements and streetscapes. We utilize our vast experience, expertise and innovative ideas to assist clients in improving lives through a well-thought-out and implemented transportation system.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking an entry level Traffic Design EIT to join our Salt Lake City, UT office. Under direct supervision, the successful candidate will assist Civil Engineers and Project Managers with the preparation of transportation plans, traffic engineering analyses, and transportation studies. The successful candidate should have experience in transportation planning, data analysis, and software programming.  

SPECIFIC DUTIES WILL INCLUDE

Conducting technical analyses for operations, safety, and transportation planning studies Preparing technical reports Preparing transportation-related plans (traffic signals, signing and pavement marking, intelligent transportation systems, roadway lighting and traffic control) and graphics Collecting field data, traffic counts, and other research Preparing quantities and construction cost estimates Traveling to job sites for site visits, data collection, and meetings, as required Providing technical support for meetings Other duties as directed by senior staff

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Planning 0-2 years of experience in traffic engineering or transportation planning Knowledge of traffic analysis software, including HCS, Synchro, VISTRO and VISSIM Knowledge of C++, Visual Basic, SQL, and Python Project experience and/or coursework including: highway and intersection capacity analyses, corridor analysis, roadway safety analysis, and parking analysis E.I.T certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire required 

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $62,267 - $89,898 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. 

BENEFITS 
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: 

Medical, dental, vision insurance  401k Retirement Plan  Health Savings Account (HSA)  Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability  Professional and personal development  Generous paid time off  Commuter and wellness benefits