H-1B Visa Traffic Engineer Jobs

INTRODUCTION

Lochner, an Egis company is recruiting for an experienced Project Manager & Traffic engineer to lead and support projects or traffic design tasks under larger projects within Utah and the West Region. The ideal candidate would have experience in preparing plans for signing/striping, lighting, traffic signals, ITS, and intersections along with preparing plans for Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) for large-design build projects for UDOT and/or other local governments.

Lochner joined Egis, a global infrastructure consulting, engineering, and operations firm, expanding our capabilities while preserving the values and culture that define who we are. Egis is a global leader in Transportation (all modes), Cities (vertical and horizontal infrastructure), and Community Resources (energy, water, and Environmental).

Are you ready to join us on this journey?

As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story.

YOUR IMPACT:

• Leads design of traffic engineering projects or traffic design tasks under larger projects
• Prepares plans for signing/striping, lighting, traffic signals, ITS, and intersections
• Prepares plans for Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) for large-design build projects
• Basic traffic simulation/modeling using HCS, SYNCHRO, CORSIM and VISSIM
• Prepares traffic impact analysis and other related traffic reports
• Review construction plans, design calculations, specifications, and cost estimates to ensure completeness, accuracy, constructability, and conformity to local standards or best engineering practices
• Strong report writing skills
• Be responsible for the quality assurance and quality control through the development and review of construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Responsible for preparing project reports and feasibility studies
• Be a team player who could work with all staff levels
• Lead aspects of project pursuit teams and participate in the development of a project proposal and/or interview

WHO YOU ARE:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
• 6+ years of traffic engineering design and operations experience
• Professional Engineer License required. Desirable Professional Engineer License in Utah
• Building and maintaining strong client relations through finding new project work, contract negotiations, and project delivery
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil3D and/or Microstation / OpenRoads Designer. Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite, Synchro, and Bluebeam
• Knowledge of relevant design standards and guidelines such as the UDOT Standard Drawings & Specifications, Highway Design Manual and associated Design Information Bulletins, and various other local municipal design standards
• The ability to work with our talented marketing team to support project pursuits, including the development of project proposals (written, presentations, interviews etc.)
• Advanced level of technical writing and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to build strong relationships

BENEFITS

Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.

Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
• Paid Family Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
• Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
• Education and Training Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

EQUAL EMPLOYER

Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.