Application Guide

How to Apply for Traffic / ITS Engineer – REMOTE

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm known for its commitment to sustainability and innovative solutions in transportation and environmental projects. What makes AECOM unique is its focus on building 'sustainable legacies' through large-scale infrastructure projects, offering engineers the opportunity to work on transformative initiatives that shape communities. Their remote work structure allows professionals to contribute to impactful projects while maintaining flexibility.

About This Role

This Traffic/ITS Engineer role involves supporting a team in delivering comprehensive traffic analysis, safety studies, simulation modeling, and conceptual design for transportation projects across multiple US states. The position is impactful because you'll be helping communities improve traffic flow, enhance safety, and implement intelligent transportation systems while working remotely with teams across the Midwest and Mountain regions. You'll also mentor early-career staff and contribute to business development opportunities.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves analyzing traffic data using simulation software, preparing technical memoranda and reports for ongoing projects, and coordinating with team members across different states via virtual meetings. You might review plan sheets for accuracy, mentor junior staff on technical aspects, and participate in client meetings to discuss project progress, all while managing your tasks independently to meet deadlines and budget requirements.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • Has hands-on experience with traffic analysis tools (like VISSIM, Synchro, or HCS), forecasting methodologies, and safety studies for transportation projects
  • Demonstrates ability to work independently in remote settings while coordinating with distributed teams across specific states (WI, MT, WY, ND/SD, NE, KS, CO, UT, MO, IL, IA, MN, IN, OH, NM, ID)
  • Can produce technical deliverables including plan sheets, specifications, estimates, and reports with minimal supervision
  • Has experience with ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) components and conceptual planning/design for traffic engineering projects

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Highlight specific experience with traffic simulation software (mention which ones) and provide examples of traffic analysis or safety studies you've completed

2

Emphasize your ability to work remotely and coordinate with distributed teams, especially if you have experience working across state lines or with multiple offices

3

Tailor your resume to show how you've delivered projects on schedule and budget while maintaining quality standards in previous roles

4

Demonstrate your experience with technical documentation like plan sheets, specifications, and estimates - consider including a portfolio link if available

5

Research AECOM's recent transportation projects in the Midwest/Mountain regions and mention specific ones that interest you

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with traffic analysis, forecasting, and simulation tools relevant to transportation engineering', "Examples of how you've worked independently on technical deliverables while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams", 'Your ability to support remote operations and work across the specific states mentioned in the job requirements', "Interest in AECOM's sustainable infrastructure approach and how your skills align with their 'sustainable legacies' mission"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → AECOM's recent transportation projects in Colorado and the Midwest region (check their project portfolio online)
  • → Their 'Sustainable Legacies' strategy and how it applies to transportation infrastructure
  • → Specific ITS technologies and smart transportation initiatives AECOM has implemented recently
  • → The company's remote work culture and how they support distributed engineering teams

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through a specific traffic analysis or safety study project you've completed from start to finish
2 How do you ensure quality and accuracy when working independently on technical deliverables with minimal supervision?
3 Describe your experience with traffic simulation software and how you've used it to solve real-world transportation problems
4 How would you coordinate with teams and clients across multiple states while working remotely?
5 What experience do you have mentoring or reviewing work of early-career engineering staff?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic resume without specific traffic engineering experience or software proficiency mentioned
  • Failing to address the remote work requirement or experience working across multiple states
  • Not demonstrating understanding of AECOM's sustainability focus or how traffic engineering contributes to sustainable infrastructure

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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