About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of a Senior ITS/ Traffic Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Develop ITS and traffic management system projects including Planning, Engineering, Design, Integration, Deployment, Operations and Maintenance, Communications and overall Management.
• Develop Systems Engineering Analyses, ITS Architectures, Concept of Operations, ITS and TSM&O Master Plans, TMC Standard Operational Procedures and Performance Measures Guidelines, ITS design plans, ITS equipment specifications, along with subsequent testing, operations and maintenance activities.
• Develop plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) design packages for freeway, arterial and transit ITS systems, including fiber optic and wireless communications systems, power distribution systems, CCTV, DMS, vehicle detection systems, HAR, RWIS, traffic signal interconnect, transit signal priority, lighting control systems, and other ITS technologies and sub-systems, such as freeway open road tolling and managed lanes technologies.
• Develop, update and review design documents, technical specifications and other project related documentation.
• Participate in Automated Connected Electric and Shared (ACES) vehicle projects and emerging technology projects.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or civil engineering or equivalent industry certification required.
• A minimum of 10 minimum years' experience with ITS planning, design, and implementation
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Knowledge of regulations of state and federal transportation agencies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong oral and written communication skills, presentation skills and ability to work in a team environment
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• MSCE preferred
• Michigan Department of Transportation experience
• Previous experience with diverse projects such as toll roads, roadway design, or construction for ITS systems

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.