Application Guide

How to Apply for Traffic / ITS Engineer – REMOTE

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM stands out as a global infrastructure consulting firm focused on building sustainable legacies through innovative solutions in transportation, water, energy, and environmental projects. Their commitment to sustainability and large-scale impact projects makes them an attractive employer for engineers who want to work on meaningful infrastructure that serves communities. The company's remote work flexibility combined with their reputation for technical excellence creates a compelling opportunity for professionals seeking both work-life balance and challenging projects.

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 participating in technical deliverables like plans, specifications, and reports. The position is impactful because it contributes to improving transportation systems across multiple states, particularly in the central and western U.S., while also mentoring Early in Career staff and helping capture new project opportunities. You'll be coordinating with multiple discipline groups and clients to deliver projects on schedule and budget while maintaining quality standards.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve collaborating remotely with team members across different states on traffic analysis projects, using simulation software to model traffic patterns, and preparing technical reports or specifications. You could be reviewing work from Early in Career staff, coordinating with clients in the central/western U.S. region, and participating in virtual meetings to discuss project progress and capture new opportunities.

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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 software (like VISSIM, Synchro, or similar)
  • Demonstrates specific experience with ITS or emerging technology projects following systems engineering processes
  • Can support remote operations and has experience or willingness to work on projects across the specified states (particularly Wisconsin, Montana, Wyoming, the Dakotas, Nebraska, Kansas, Colorado, Utah, Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Indiana, Ohio, New Mexico, Idaho)
  • Shows ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders including other discipline groups, clients, and sub-consultants while delivering tasks on schedule and budget

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Highlight specific experience with traffic simulation software and mention which programs you've used (VISSIM, Synchro, HCS, etc.) in your resume

2

Emphasize any experience working on projects in the specified states (Wisconsin through Idaho) or similar geographic regions

3

Include concrete examples of following systems engineering processes on ITS or emerging technology projects

4

Demonstrate your ability to work remotely by mentioning remote collaboration tools you're proficient with and successful remote project delivery

5

Tailor your application to mention AECOM's sustainability focus and how your traffic engineering experience contributes to sustainable infrastructure

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with traffic analysis, forecasting, and simulation tools relevant to this role', 'Examples of successfully delivering technical deliverables (plans, specifications, estimates, reports) on schedule and budget', 'Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders including clients and sub-consultants', 'How your background aligns with supporting remote operations and projects across the specified states']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → AECOM's recent transportation projects in the central/western U.S., particularly those involving ITS or sustainable infrastructure
  • → The company's sustainability initiatives and how they apply to transportation engineering
  • → AECOM's remote work culture and collaboration tools they use for distributed teams
  • → Specific state DOT requirements or projects in the listed states (Wisconsin through Idaho) that might relate to this role

💬 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 systems engineering processes to ITS or emerging technology projects?
3 Describe a time you had to coordinate with multiple discipline groups or stakeholders on a traffic project
4 How do you ensure quality standards while delivering tasks on schedule and budget?
5 What experience do you have mentoring or reviewing work of Early in Career staff?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application that doesn't mention specific traffic simulation tools or ITS experience
  • Failing to address your ability to support remote operations and work across multiple states
  • Not providing concrete examples of delivering technical deliverables on schedule and budget

📅 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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