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SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER/PLANNER
Waukesha, WI

The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***, the nationally regarded regional planning agency for the seven county greater Milwaukee area, and the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for the five urbanized areas within Southeastern Wisconsin, has an immediate opening for a Senior Transportation Engineer or Planner with an interest in transportation and traffic engineering and planning. The Commission is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our diverse team of planners, engineers and specialists focused on addressing issues that transcend the political boundaries and fiscal capabilities of individual communities. This individual will be a key staff member working in the Transportation Division to conduct and assist in preparing plans, reports, analyses, and data visualization.
Are you passionate about collaborating with colleagues and partners to educate the public about best-inclass research to protect our Region’s future? The Commission provides this and other opportunities to lead energizing work by ensuring that the Region is providing economic, environmental, and social value now and in the future. Our team of ~70 staff with a wide range of expertise is focused on continuously improving the quality of life for the Region.
Current Major Projects Involving this Role:
A review and update of VISION 2050, the Region’s long-range land use and transportation plan
A multi-modal transportation system plan for Milwaukee County
Transportation Improvement Program
US EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant project
Core Responsibilities:
Prepare traffic/transportation analyses.
Prepare transportation plans.
Prepare a short-range transportation improvement program.
Evaluate and Prioritize projects for various Federal funding sources.
Assist local units of government in the areas of traffic impact and transportation planning studies.
Core Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or planning, with an emphasis in transportation and/or traffic engineering, and at least 5 years of relevant experience
A master’s degree or current professional engineer registration preferred
Experience with written and oral communication
Ability to work within and contribute to a team structure with diverse groups of individuals in diverse environments
Experience with Microsoft Office
Experience with traffic analysis and planning software (such as Highway Capacity Software), AutoCAD,Cube, ArcGIS, and database applications preferred
Experience with transportation asset management, roadway safety, and complete streets preferred
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $90,000 depending upon education, experience, and placement with the organizational structure. A salary exceeding this range may be considered for highly qualified applicants. See the Employment Opportunities page of the Commission’s website for more information on the Commission’s benefits.
The Commission does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
Please submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail or mail to:
Elizabeth Larsen, Director of Administration
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** | W239 N1812 Rockwood Drive | P.O. Box 1607 | Waukesha, WI 53187
Email: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
| **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***The position will remain open until filled. We look forward to meeting you!
WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***, the nationally regarded regional planning agency for the seven county greater Milwaukee area, and the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for the five urbanized areas within Southeastern Wisconsin, has an immediate opening for a Water Resources Engineer. The Commission is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our diverse
team of planners, engineers and specialists focused on addressing issues that transcend the political boundaries and fiscal capabilities of individual communities. The successful individual will be part of an
interdisciplinary team that identifies, plans, and conducts water resource management projects.
Are you passionate about collaborating with colleagues and partners to educate the public about best-inclass research to protect our Region’s future? The Commission provides this and other opportunities to lead energizing work by ensuring that the Region is providing economic, environmental, and social value now and in the future. Our team of ~70 staff with a wide range of expertise is focused on continuously improving the quality of life for the Region.
Core Responsibilities:
Conduct hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling for stormwater and floodplain analyses.
Prepare flood hazard maps and systems level plans.
Conduct field work and data collection.
Compose technical writing and contribute written technical content to reports and plans.
Collaborate with staff from State agencies, local governments, and non-governmental entities
Core Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in hydrology and hydraulics
A minimum of three years of related work experience and/or a master’s degree preferred
Experience with technical writing, report composition, and the display of charts, maps and graphs to convey technical information
Proficiency with Microsoft software
Proficiency with ESRI mapping and analytics (ArcGIS Pro), HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and SWMM preferred
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $80,000 depending upon education, experience, and placement with the organizational structure. A salary exceeding this range may be considered for highly qualified applicants. See the Employment Opportunities page of the Commission’s website for more information on the Commission’s benefits.
The Commission does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
Please submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail or mail to:
Elizabeth Larsen, Director of Administration
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** | W239 N1812 Rockwood Drive | P.O. Box 1607 | Waukesha, WI 53187
Email: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
| **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***The position will remain open until filled. We look forward to meeting you!
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