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We are seeking a Traffic Operations Engineering Associate (Engineer -in- Training) to join our team. This position will focus on operational analysis, data analytics,, traffic signal timing development and deployment, programming traffic signal controllers, and systems engineering for Intelligent Transportation Systems. The Traffic Operations engineer will support projects with local and state agencies throughout the western states.
We are looking for candidates who enjoy learning, innovation, and collaboration as we assist our clients with using technology, data and operational strategies to solve transportation problems.. DKS is committed to a “one company” experience, encouraging cross-training and cross-office project work, a practice that benefits both our clients and employees. DKS’ Core Values permeate everything we do: Meaningful Difference, Expertise, Client Satisfaction, Opportunity, Trustworthy, and Teamwork.
We are seeking a Traffic Operations Engineering Associate (Engineer -in- Training) to join our team. This position will focus on operational analysis, data analytics,, traffic signal timing development and deployment, programming traffic signal controllers, and systems engineering for Intelligent Transportation Systems. The Traffic Operations engineer will support projects with local and state agencies throughout the western states.
We are looking for candidates who enjoy learning, innovation, and collaboration as we assist our clients with using technology, data and operational strategies to solve transportation problems.. DKS is committed to a “one company” experience, encouraging cross-training and cross-office project work, a practice that benefits both our clients and employees. DKS’ Core Values permeate everything we do: Meaningful Difference, Expertise, Client Satisfaction, Opportunity, Trustworthy, and Teamwork.
What will you be doing?
- Working with city, county, and state agencies to evaluate program, corridor and intersection operations.
- Supporting a variety of medium to large sized projects/tasks in planning-analysis and transportation system management and Traffic Operations projects that may include program plans, corridor studies, intersection and highway analysis, traffic data and performance measures, transit signal priority (TSP), traffic signal operations coordination.
- Using computer software to model existing condition scenarios and develop timing solutions to match operational objectives.
- Programming traffic signal controller databases.
- Conducting field work to observe and document Traffic Operations.
- Implementing and fine-turning traffic signal timing.
- Using a variety of data sources to evaluate and analyze performance metrics.
- Preparing and reviewing systems engineering documentation for traffic signals and ITS systems.
- Staying up-to-date on the latest technology and industry best practices for ITS, signal operations and data analytics
What are we looking for?
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation, or similar field
- 3+ years of experience with traffic signal timing and operations
- Interest in transportation system management and operations, active transportation, traffic flow and Ability to work in a team and independently
- Attention to detail and ability to perform self-review of work
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Creative problem solver
- Experience with Synchro or other traffic analysis software
- Experience with common traffic signal controllers/firmware
- Experience with the Systems Engineering for Intelligent Transportation Systems process
What are our Benefits?
DKS offers its employee-owners a comprehensive benefits package. We have designed a benefit plan we are proud of. One that encourages happy, healthy, and engaged employee-owners. We offer:
DKS offers its employee-owners a comprehensive benefits package. We have designed a benefit plan we are proud of. One that encourages happy, healthy, and engaged employee-owners. We offer:
- 10 Vacation Days & 8.66 Sick Pay Days
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Employer paid Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Coverage
- 100% DKS paid Medical Premium for our employee-owners
- 80% DKS paid Medical Premium for spouse and dependents of our employee-owners
- Extremely affordable Dental, & Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account (Health Care & Dependent Care), Transit Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account Options
- Paid Jury/Witness Duty
- Paid Bereavement
- Leave without Pay
- Transit Subsidy
- Pre-tax Commuter Option
- Referral Bonus Program
- DKS funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401k Pre-tax and Roth options
- Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
Our Commitment to your Professional Growth
- Training & Educational Assistance
- Professional Registration Award
- Technical & Professional Societies
- Conferences & Seminars
- Annual Bonus Program
- Years of Service Awards
- Hybrid Work Schedule
Salary Range:
Assistant/Associate- $78,900 - $104,400 per year
DKS is proud to be 100% employee-owned with a commitment to making a meaningful difference in our communities. As part of the DKS team you will be part of a collaborative environment where every employee-owner is encouraged to share ideas and participate in strategic discussions focused on shaping the future of transportation and of our firm. At DKS we put our employee-owners first. We realize our unique and diverse employee-owners are the heart of our firm. Not only do we work hard to accomplish our goals, we also play hard to celebrate our victories! We welcome the opportunity for you to become an employee-owner of DKS!
DKS Associates is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age.
Assistant/Associate- $78,900 - $104,400 per year
DKS is proud to be 100% employee-owned with a commitment to making a meaningful difference in our communities. As part of the DKS team you will be part of a collaborative environment where every employee-owner is encouraged to share ideas and participate in strategic discussions focused on shaping the future of transportation and of our firm. At DKS we put our employee-owners first. We realize our unique and diverse employee-owners are the heart of our firm. Not only do we work hard to accomplish our goals, we also play hard to celebrate our victories! We welcome the opportunity for you to become an employee-owner of DKS!
DKS Associates is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age.
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