Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)/ Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) Project Engineer

ABOUT THE POSITION

ITS/ATMS Engineer | Washington D.C. | Tysons Corner, VA |Richmond, VA | Williamsburg, VA | Virginia Beach, VA

VHB is seeking a skilled and forward-thinking Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)/ Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) Project Engineer to join our expanding Transportation Systems Group in the Mid-Atlantic region. In this role, you’ll be a key contributor to the planning, documentation, design, and construction support of advanced ITS infrastructure—including power and communication systems that drive smarter, safer, and more sustainable mobility.

We welcome candidates based in or near our Washington D.C., Tysons Corner, Richmond, Williamsburg, or Virginia Beach offices. VHB proudly offers a Hybrid Work Model, giving our employees the flexibility to thrive both in the office and through remote work—where productivity and creativity are at their best.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development of ITS/ATMS and traffic signal design plans
• Perform traffic engineering and task management to deliver a wide variety of traffic engineering and ITS/ATMS projects
• Prepare technical specifications and construction cost estimates
• Develop electrical one-line diagrams and conduct electrical system calculations, including voltage drop, arc flash, and short circuit analyses
• Prepare Power Design Analysis Reports for ITS infrastructure
• Prepare communication/networking plans and fiber splicing plans
• Develop key systems engineering documentation, including:
• Concept of Operations (ConOps)
• Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMP)
• Requirements Traceability Verification Matrix (RTVM)
• Conduct field work such as data collection and site investigations
• Coordinate with clients, project stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams
• Support business development and marketing efforts
• Manage and mentor junior staff in the successful delivery of project tasks

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Have 5+ years experience in ITS design and/or system development which could include:
  • Traffic signal plans
  • Communication plans
  • Network planning/architecture
• Proficient with data analysis tools such as Excel
• Familiarity with design platforms including OpenRoads Designer (ORD), MicroStation, and AutoCAD
• Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
• Self-driven with a strong work ethic and passion for continuous learning
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality work on time

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Systems, or Electrical Engineering required; a focus in the field of Transportation is preferred
• 5–8+ years of ITS/ATMS engineering experience required
• Familiarity with state DOT processes and standards preferred
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License required

The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - 125,000 for the Washington, DC location. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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