Traffic engineer Jobs in Ottawa, ON

Job Description

CIMA+’s Transportation team have created a reputation for excellence within the transportation sector by successfully delivering thousands of projects over the past 30 years. Our talented engineers can lead any type of project, regardless of its complexity and scale. The team draws on a reservoir of diverse experience that includes planning, design, inspection, construction management, and infrastructure reconstruction in both rural and urban environments. We take a wholistic approach to transportation projects that minimizes the environmental footprint, promotes sustainable growth, and supports resilient communities. Our innovative solutions integrate all modes of transportation, so motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists co-exist safely and travel efficiently. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are looking for Senior Traffic Engineer/Modeller to support our expanding transportation sector in Ontario and work on traffic operational studies, roadway and railway safety reviews, development of guidelines and policy papers, and consultation with different stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of dynamic microsimulation and macrosimulation studies for variety of public sector clients.

You will have the chance to take part in our hybrid work model that includes flexible work hours, working from home and from one of our Ontario offices - Burlington or Toronto.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist the transportation project team on traffic operational and safety studies, focusing mainly on traffic modelling projects
• Undertake variety of technical analysis related to transportation engineering, using tools such as VISSIM, AIMSUN, EMME, VISUM, Synchro, GIS, Microsoft Office Suite, Python, R, etc.
• Assist in traffic modelling and analysis tasks by working collaboratively with the project team
• Preparation of technical reports and presentations related to current or prospective projects
• Lead traffic study projects
• Prepare stakeholder consultation material and presentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed to practice as a professional engineer (P.Eng)
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in transportation engineering field
• Working experience and knowledge in a broad range of transportation studies, including travel demand modelling, traffic modelling studies, Transportation Master Plan
• Advanced knowledge in one of prevailing macro modelling software such as EMME and VISUM
• Advanced knowledge in one of prevailing traffic modelling software such as VISSIM, AIMSUN, and SYNCHRO
• Familiarity with Highway Capacity Manual, TAC Geometric Design Guide for Roads, and MUTCD
• Well-developed written and communication skills with the ability to integrate illustrations and diagrams into written materials to communicate technical information to a variety of audiences
• Strong Microsoft Office suite skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of a programming language (Python, R, etc.) is essential
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.

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