Application Guide

How to Apply for Traffic / ITS Engineer – REMOTE

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm focused on building sustainable legacies through innovative solutions. What makes them unique is their commitment to environmental sustainability and large-scale infrastructure projects that shape communities. Someone might want to work there for the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, long-lasting projects while being part of a globally recognized industry leader.

About This Role

This remote Traffic/ITS Engineer role involves supporting a team in delivering traffic analysis, forecasting, safety studies, and traffic simulation projects, while actively producing technical deliverables like plans and reports. It's impactful because you'll help shape transportation systems across multiple states, improve safety, and implement emerging technologies in infrastructure. You'll also mentor Early in Career staff and contribute to business development opportunities.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve analyzing traffic data using simulation software, collaborating remotely with team members across different states on project deliverables, and participating in virtual meetings with clients or sub-consultants. You could be reviewing technical documentation from Early in Career staff, updating project plans and specifications, and contributing to business development efforts for new traffic/ITS opportunities in the region.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • Has 2+ years of hands-on experience with traffic analysis, forecasting, safety studies, and traffic simulation tools (like VISSIM, Synchro, or similar)
  • Demonstrates experience with ITS or emerging technology projects following the systems engineering process
  • Can effectively support remote operations and has familiarity with transportation projects in the Midwest/Mountain states region (specifically Wisconsin through New Mexico)
  • Shows ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders including clients, sub-consultants, and other discipline groups while meeting schedule and budget constraints

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Highlight specific experience with traffic simulation software and mention which tools you've used in previous roles

2

Emphasize any experience working on remote teams or distributed projects, as this is a fully remote position

3

Mention specific states from their target region where you have project experience or professional connections

4

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

5

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

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with the systems engineering process for ITS or emerging technology projects', "Specific examples of traffic analysis, forecasting, or safety studies you've completed successfully", "How you've managed to deliver projects on schedule and budget while maintaining quality standards", 'Your ability to support growth in the specified states and work effectively in remote settings']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → AECOM's recent transportation projects in the Midwest/Mountain states region
  • → Their sustainability initiatives and how they apply to transportation engineering
  • → Their approach to remote work and distributed teams in engineering projects
  • → Specific ITS or emerging technology projects AECOM has completed recently

💬 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 a specific project where you used it
2 How have you applied the systems engineering process to ITS or emerging technology projects?
3 Describe a time you had to coordinate with multiple stakeholders (clients, sub-consultants, other disciplines) on a traffic project
4 How do you ensure quality while meeting schedule and budget constraints on technical deliverables?
5 What experience do you have mentoring junior staff or reviewing technical work?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Failing to mention specific traffic simulation software experience or systems engineering process knowledge
  • Not addressing the remote nature of the position or experience working in distributed teams
  • Being vague about geographic experience in the specified states or inability to support growth in that region

📅 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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