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 building sustainable legacies through innovative solutions. What makes AECOM unique is its integrated approach combining engineering, design, and environmental expertise to tackle complex infrastructure challenges, offering professionals the chance to work on transformative projects that shape communities. Working here provides exposure to cutting-edge ITS technologies and remote collaboration across multiple states.

About This Role

This remote Traffic/ITS Engineer role involves supporting traffic analysis, forecasting, safety studies, and simulation while actively contributing to technical deliverables like plans and reports. You'll coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and clients across the Midwest and Mountain regions, playing a key role in delivering projects on schedule and budget. The position is impactful because it directly contributes to safer, more efficient transportation systems using emerging technologies.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves collaborating remotely with team members across different states on traffic analysis projects, using simulation software to model transportation scenarios, and preparing technical reports or specifications. You might participate in virtual client meetings to discuss project progress, review work from junior staff, and coordinate with other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery. The role balances independent technical work with team coordination and mentorship responsibilities.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • Has 2+ years of hands-on experience with traffic simulation software (e.g., VISSIM, Synchro) and ITS project delivery following systems engineering processes
  • Demonstrates ability to work remotely while supporting growth across the specified 16-state region (WI, MT, WY, ND, SD, NE, KS, CO, UT, MO, IL, IA, MN, IN, OH, NM, ID)
  • Possesses practical experience in traffic forecasting, safety studies, and conceptual planning/design for transportation projects
  • Can mentor Early in Career staff and collaborate effectively with Business Development teams to capture project opportunities

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Highlight specific experience with ITS or emerging technology projects that followed the systems engineering process - mention specific methodologies used

2

Emphasize your ability to work remotely while coordinating across multiple states - provide examples of successful remote collaboration on technical projects

3

Quantify your experience with traffic analysis and simulation tools - name specific software and describe project outcomes

4

Demonstrate knowledge of AECOM's sustainability focus by mentioning how you've incorporated sustainable practices in previous traffic/ITS work

5

Tailor your resume to show experience with the full project lifecycle from conceptual planning through technical deliverable production

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with traffic simulation and ITS projects following systems engineering methodology', 'Examples of successfully delivering technical deliverables (plans, specifications, estimates) on schedule and budget', 'Ability to support remote operations across the 16-state region mentioned in the requirements', "How your approach aligns with AECOM's focus on sustainable infrastructure and innovative solutions"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → AECOM's recent ITS and smart transportation projects in the Midwest/Mountain regions
  • → The company's 'Sustainable Legacies' strategy and how it applies to transportation engineering
  • → AECOM's remote work culture and collaboration tools for distributed teams
  • → Specific transportation challenges in the 16-state region mentioned in the job requirements

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your experience with traffic simulation software and how you've applied it to real-world projects
2 Describe a time you coordinated with multiple disciplines or sub-consultants to deliver a traffic/ITS project
3 How do you ensure quality standards while meeting schedule and budget constraints on technical deliverables?
4 What experience do you have with emerging technologies in transportation and ITS systems?
5 How would you approach mentoring Early in Career staff while managing your own project responsibilities?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic resume that doesn't specifically address ITS experience or systems engineering processes
  • Failing to demonstrate remote work capabilities or experience coordinating across multiple locations
  • Not showing understanding of how traffic/ITS engineering contributes to sustainable infrastructure goals

📅 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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