Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Senior Traffic Signals Engineer to help with the expanding workload of our Midlands Transport Team based in Leicester.We offer a challenging and rewarding career working for a leading transport consultancy with a strong presence in the Midlands that undertakes projects across the whole of the UK. You will join a growing team delivering a wide variety of interesting projects for clients in the private and public sectors.Your RoleWorking within an existing team of traffic signal engineers, your tasks will include traffic signal design to current UK standards using AutoCAD, capacity assessments using LinSIG and preparing outputs for inclusion in client reports and specifications. The role requires somebody with experience in project management, client liaison, work winning and mentoring junior staff.
Your work will involve:Understanding client requirements for signal design and assessmentClient liaison and preparing fee proposalsProject managementProducing signal junction layout designs and specificationsAnalysing, collating and interpreting transport dataEnsuring work is delivered on time and within budgetAttending internal and external client and team meetingsUndertaking site visitsProviding technical advice to support colleaguesHelping to develop and mentor junior team membersYou will be required to undertake your work with a high degree of diligence and quality in line with Tetra Techs Quality Assurance processes. You will need to be well organised and able to manage your time effectively to meet project deadlines.Professional DevelopmentThe role presents an excellent opportunity to progress your career and work within a successful team on a wide range of exciting projects.About You:We are looking for an enthusiastic and versatile individual with experience working in the industry that should ideally include:A good understanding of current UK design standards and guidanceExcellent working knowledge of LinSig & TRANSYT signal junction modelling theory and methodsCompetent user of AutoCAD and AutoTrack for junction designGood working knowledge of Microsoft Word and ExcelAbility to produce clear, precise and coherent analysis, reports and drawingsKnowledge of traffic data collection and analysisExperience of developing and maintaining client relationshipsPrevious UK work experienceAbove all we will be looking for someone with the following qualities:Drive to succeed and a willingness to get involvedExcellent written and oral communication skillsMethodical approach to problem solving and strong attention to detailStrong team working capabilitiesFocus on results and project deliveryFull, clean UK driving licence and ideally access to a vehicleDesirable:Degree or MSc in relevant subject (e.g. transport planning, civil engineering)Professional Membership (e.g.
MIHE, MCIHT, MTPS or MCILT)MOVA design, configuration and validationThe design and implementation of other ITS Technologies, UTMC, UTC etcExperience in using micro-simulation models such as VISSIM and/or PARAMICExperience of using other junction modelling software (e.g. TRANSYT, Junctions9)Experience of preparing traffic signal controller specifications and implementationKnowledge and application of Health and Safety and CDMAbout Tetra Tech:Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world.
We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits.For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.TPBN1_UKTJ