How do they match: Transportation Engineers

Develop plans for surface transportation projects, according to established engineering standards and state or federal construction policy. Prepare designs, specifications, or estimates for transportation facilities. Plan modifications of existing streets, highways, or freeways to improve traffic flow.

Analyze environmental impact statements for transportation projects.
Design transportation systems or structures with sustainable materials or products, such as porous pavement or bioretention structures.
Design or engineer drainage, erosion, or sedimentation control systems for transportation projects.
Design or prepare plans for new transportation systems or parts of systems, such as airports, commuter trains, highways, streets, bridges, drainage structures, or roadway lighting.
Develop or assist in the development of transportation-related computer software or computer processes.
Develop plans to deconstruct damaged or obsolete roadways or other transportation structures in a manner that is environmentally sound or prepares the land for sustainable development.
Estimate transportation project costs.
Evaluate transportation systems or traffic control devices or lighting systems to determine need for modification or expansion.
Inspect completed transportation projects to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Inspect completed transportation projects to ensure safety or compliance with applicable standards or regulations.
Model transportation scenarios to evaluate the impacts of activities such as new development or to identify possible solutions to transportation problems.
Plan alteration or modification of existing transportation structures to improve safety or function.
Supervise the maintenance or repair of transportation systems or system components.

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