Transportation Planner or Engineer

Job Description

Why join us?  

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company's purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos includes collaboration through the connection of people, data, and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people thrive.  We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis! 

We are seeking a motivated Transportation Planner or Engineer to join our growing team in Raleigh, NC. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative transportation solutions for clients such as the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). The ideal candidate will support the development and implementation of comprehensive transportation systems, including roadways, bicycle, pedestrian, and multimodal networks while addressing regional and statewide mobility goals.

About Us  

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. 

How will you contribute to the team?  

As an integral member of the Central Atlantic Transportation Planning Group, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing transportation plans that prioritize roadways, bicycle, pedestrian, and multimodal systems, ensuring alignment with regional and statewide mobility goals. Your responsibilities will include conducting research, data collection, and analysis related to transportation demand, traffic flow, and mobility patterns using tools such as travel demand modeling and GIS.

You will prepare reports, forecasts, and technical documents to support transportation studies and guide project decision-making. Collaborating with government agencies, communities, and private sector clients, you will work to ensure project outcomes address the needs of diverse populations. Your role will also involve participating in public outreach activities, including attending meetings, workshops, and events, to gather input and effectively communicate project plans.

Additionally, you will analyze traffic operations, congestion management strategies, and safety improvement measures, providing practical recommendations to enhance the efficiency and safety of transportation networks. In this position, you will collaborate with environmental specialists, urban planners, and other professionals to integrate transportation systems with broader land use and environmental planning objectives.

What will you contribute?  

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in transportation planning or a related field preferred or four years since Master’s
• Proficiency in transportation planning software and tools, such as VISSIM, VISSUM, TransModeler, and Synchro.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and policies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• AICP certification or PE license is desired

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis: