Traffic/Safety Engineer

AECOM is actively seeking a motivated career Traffic/Safety Engineer to join our Charleston, SC office. This position offers the opportunity to join a highly regarded traffic engineering design team working on a broad range of traffic and roadway design projects. You’ll be part of a connected, design‑driven team where ideas are shared, technical quality matters, and experienced transportation engineers are invested in your success.

Working with project managers and lead engineers, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Assist Traffic Safety and Traffic Operations professionals as needed.
• Research and analyze vehicular and vulnerable road user (pedestrian, bicyclist, personal conveyance device user, or worker in a work zone) crash data.
• Provide analysis to support development of design or operational ideas and solutions.
• Research alternate solutions and design options in support of the project team
• Assist in preparation of studies, conceptual designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings and working drawings.
• Communicate and collaborate in a team environment and adapt to dynamic project needs.
• Assist with traffic study proposals.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with moderate supervision.

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or related discipline
• 2 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid Driver’s License required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites, and as a condition of employment must pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records Review

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in applicable industry and SCDOT standards, regulations, and guidelines, including MUTCD, AASHTO Green Book, GDOT preferred CAD software (Microstation), and traffic analysis software (Synchro)
• EIT or Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of South Carolina or ability to obtain within 6 months

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Relocation is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.