Emerging Technologies Systems Analyst

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Digital Solutions and Systems Engineer who will join the Technology/ITS Department of the U.S. Greater West Region’s Traffic/Technology and ITS Division. The position will support emerging technology projects being conducted in a variety of U.S. states. Project work could include systems engineering and data analytics/programming as part of alternative transportation concepts, cooperative automated transportation programs, automated/connected vehicles, and a variety of emerging technology solutions across all modes of transportation.

As the Digital Solutions and Systems Engineer, job functions could include:

• Providing project support on topics including emerging transportation technologies, such as connected vehicles and automated vehicles; ITS systems engineering, data management and analysis, and GIS applications, tolling technologies and RU.
• Managing, analyzing, and visualizing data for use in transportation and emerging technology systems and applications, researching the current state-of-the-practice, as well as emerging and innovative practices, for various emerging transportation topics.
• Perform assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out systems engineering and/or data analytics or software tasks.
• Exercise judgment in developing details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of systems engineering alternatives.
• Prepare data programming or engineering related calculations and develop visual aids for use in documents or presentations
• Work on a wide range of projects and tasks and assist data analysis/visualization, and report development.
• Assist in agency coordination and emerging technology / ITS systems engineering, planning and design projects. Projects may involve advanced transportation technologies, connected and automated vehicle deployments, smart mobility, communications, ITS devices, and other innovative solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, provide project meeting support, and perform other duties as required.
• Development of custom tools (conceptual, front end, and/or backend)
• Work under supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.
• Develop Presentations to internal and external customers.
• Efficiently manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Good communication skills and team spirit.
• Work in a collaborative fast paced team environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s college degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related field with an emphasis in digital solutions development and implementation, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Capable of multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and meet task deadlines
• Adaptable and flexible to various projects
• Thinks creatively and proactively, and uses technology and software solutions to make operations more efficient
• Technical writing skills
• Microsoft Software (Excel, Access, SharePoint, Teams, Word, PowerPoint)
• Geospatial Software (ArcGIS)
• Business Intelligence Software (PowerBI, Tableau)
• Programming Languages (R, Python, C++, JavaScript, SQL)

Additional Information

• Offered rate of compensation (Michigan, Ohio, Arizona, and Illinois locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $129,000/yr.
• AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.