Transportation Engineering Associate II (61032275)

Assists in reviews of proposed designs for highway projects. Assists with design reviews to assure that traffic engineering principles are included in project designs, and analyzes traffic operational and geometric design proposals. Attends design field reviews and meeting with consultants and preconstruction personnel. Develops preliminary recommendations for improvements using traffic engineering principles and tools available.

Applies engineering principles and utilizes complex features of traffic software analysis tools to evaluate proposed designs for operational and safety efficiencies. Assists supervisor and management in preparing for meetings and provides technical support.

Coordinates and conducts traffic studies such as traffic counts and field surveys, to collect data necessary for evaluation of projects. Analyzes data and prepares preliminary reports and correspondence related to the plans and studies, assists with presentations to management and others on findings and recommendations.

Completes special tasks assigned by Traffic Design Engineer. Tasks and requests may include analysis, conceptual design, research, policy reviews and field studies. Manages and maintains a tracking system for design review projects and activities. Provides support in managing project files, electronic data, and documentation. Assists other staff with project information and tracking. Performs other related duties as assigned.

A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and two (2) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.