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Iteris

Assistant Engineer - Arterial Operations [Tampa, FL]

Iteris, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646

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Job description

The Assistant Engineer - Arterial Operations manages the daily operational activities of the arterial program, in accordance with the requirements of MUTCD, TEM, District 7 RTMC SOP, protocols, policies and all applicable standards and policies, and is responsible for the overall operations and functionality of the arterial program. The ideal candidate will be required to make decisions pertaining to the arterial operations requiring a high degree of experience and judgment and must facilitate the smooth and balanced arterial operation at the RTMC. This Engineer will be required to provide services in timing plan development/refinement following FDOT protocols and practices, including special event timing plans to be implemented as part of the arterial program and review signal operations in arterial control sections. The Assistant Engineer - Arterial Operations may work out of the RTMC building or at another location (to be determined).

What you will be doing:

Actively monitor the arterial ITS infrastructure, analyze traffic data and recommend/perform actions to improve arterial traffic operations

Provide recommendations to develop, update, and maintain signal timing information

Provide guidance to Arterials Operators to implement real‑time signal operation changes

Conduct field reviews when necessary to evaluate traffic operation issues as well as to resolve signal operation issues

Implement, monitor, and fine tune diversion/evacuation route timings

Prepare system performance reports

Track and respond to system alarms to ensure system downtime is minimal

Ensure traffic performance and monitoring dashboards are kept up to date and enhancements to the dashboards are made when opportunities for improvement are identified, new technologies are available, or at the direction of FDOT in coordination with the IT Staff

Ensure all traffic controlling and monitoring applications and devices are functioning as intended and coordinate with IT Staff, Maintaining Agency staff, and/or ITS Maintenance Contractor to resolve issues

Support CAV Technology implementation, monitor/operate CAV‑related applications and devices, and coordinate with IT Staff, Maintaining Agency staff and/or ITS Maintenance Contractor to resolve CAV system issues

Assist FDOT signal timing consultants, FDOT staff, or local agency staff with signal/system retiming efforts

Prepare monthly reports on the performance of the signal system based on predefined measures of effectiveness and other arterial reports

Participate in progress meetings and other meetings as requested by FDOT

Participate in Traffic Incident Management (TIM) meetings and ensure appropriate interagency coordination

What you need to be successful in this role:

Graduated from an accredited four‑year college or university with a degree in an engineering discipline or any other STEM discipline

State of Florida Engineering Intern certificate

Minimum two (2) years of experience with traffic signal operation, signal retiming, and traffic signal central software systems

Knowledge and understanding of traffic signal systems, traffic controller operation, ITS and traffic engineering principles

Knowledge of traffic signal analysis programs, such as SYNCHRO, HCS, etc. Good leadership and interpersonal skills

Good communication skills and ability to work as a team member

Ability to make independent decisions on a routine basis

Ability to work alternate work schedules

Ability to write technical reports and correspondence

Ability to coordinate real‑time activities and priorities

Iteris anticipates paying a base salary between $73,000 and $85,000 for this role. Actual pay offered may be below or above these amounts, depending on the individual’s job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What’s in it for you:

Incentive‑based yearly bonus

401(k) with immediate matching and no vesting period

Open Paid‑Time‑Off (PTO)

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Medical reimbursement plans

Disability coverageEducation assistance program

In‑house training programs

Iteris, Inc. is a provider of smart mobility infrastructure management solutions and part of the Almaviva Group businesses serving the transportation and logistics industry. Iteris’ cloud‑enabled solutions help public transportation agencies, municipalities, commercial entities, and other transportation infrastructure providers monitor, visualize, and optimize mobility infrastructure to make mobility safe, efficient, and sustainable. As a pioneer in intelligent transportation systems technology, Iteris’ advanced detection sensors, mobility and traffic data, software‑as‑a‑service offerings, and consulting services represent a comprehensive range of mobility infrastructure management solutions that serve customers in the United States and internationally. For more information, visit Iteris’ website at www.iteris.com.

The Almaviva Group designs, implements, and manages advanced technological solutions and systems and related logistics structures for companies and public administrations operating in a variety of sectors, including, but not limited to, transport, logistics, agriculture, digital health, defense and security, energy, utilities, financial services, industry, telecommunications, and media. For more information, visit Almaviva’s website at www.almaviva.it.

Iteris, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender identity and expression, color, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), national origin/ancestry, religion, military/veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic and group protected by applicable law. Iteris, Inc. complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a physical or mental disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. A valid driver’s license may be required based on essential duties.

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