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.

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.
Design transportation systems or structures with sustainable materials or products, such as porous pavement or bioretention structures.
Check construction plans, design calculations, or cost estimations to ensure completeness, accuracy, or conformity to engineering standards or practices.
Develop or assist in the development of transportation-related computer software or computer processes.
Evaluate traffic control devices or lighting systems to determine need for modification or expansion.
Evaluate transportation systems or traffic control devices or lighting systems to determine need for modification or expansion.
Supervise the maintenance or repair of transportation systems or system components.

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