Application Guide

How to Apply for Traffic / ITS Engineer – REMOTE

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm focused on sustainable development and innovative solutions, making it unique for professionals who want to work on large-scale, impactful projects. Their commitment to building sustainable legacies through infrastructure and environmental solutions offers engineers the chance to contribute to meaningful, long-term community improvements.

About This Role

This remote Traffic/ITS Engineer role involves supporting traffic analysis, forecasting, safety studies, and simulation while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and clients across multiple US states. It's impactful because you'll help design and implement intelligent transportation systems that improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability in communities throughout the central and western US.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves analyzing traffic data using simulation software, developing plan sheets and specifications for ITS projects, coordinating with team members across different states via virtual meetings, and reviewing work from early-career staff. You might spend part of your day on project documentation and another part collaborating with business development on new opportunities in the region.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • Has hands-on experience with traffic simulation software (like VISSIM, Synchro, or similar) and can demonstrate specific project work in traffic analysis or ITS design
  • Can work independently in a remote setting while supporting operations across the specified 16-state region (Wisconsin through Idaho)
  • Has experience producing complete technical deliverables including plans, specifications, estimates, and reports for traffic/ITS projects
  • Demonstrates ability to mentor early-career staff while managing multiple project tasks within schedule and budget constraints

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Highlight specific experience with traffic simulation tools and mention any projects in the 16-state region mentioned in the requirements

2

Emphasize your ability to work remotely while coordinating with distributed teams - mention any remote work experience or collaboration tools you're proficient with

3

Include concrete examples of technical deliverables you've produced (plans, specifications, estimates) with quantifiable results

4

Tailor your resume to show experience with both traffic analysis AND ITS projects - this role requires both skill sets

5

Research AECOM's recent traffic/ITS projects in the Midwest/West regions and reference how your experience aligns

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with traffic simulation and analysis tools relevant to ITS projects', 'Examples of working independently on technical deliverables while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams', 'How your background supports remote operations across multiple states (mention any relevant geographic experience)', "Alignment with AECOM's sustainability focus and how you've contributed to sustainable transportation solutions"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → AECOM's recent ITS and smart city projects in the Midwest/West regions
  • → The company's 'Sustainable Legacies' strategy and how it applies to transportation projects
  • → Specific AECOM traffic engineering leaders or projects in states like Colorado, Utah, or the Dakotas
  • → How AECOM uses technology and innovation in their transportation practice

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through a specific traffic simulation project you've worked on and the tools you used
2 How do you ensure quality and accuracy when working remotely on technical deliverables?
3 Describe your experience coordinating with other disciplines (like civil engineers, planners) on transportation projects
4 How would you approach mentoring an early-career staff member on a traffic analysis task?
5 What experience do you have with the project development process from conceptual planning through specifications and estimates?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying without specific traffic simulation or ITS experience (this isn't a general civil engineering role)
  • Not addressing the remote work requirement or multi-state coordination aspect
  • Failing to demonstrate experience with complete technical deliverables (plans through estimates)

📅 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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