Technical Consultant - Signal/Traffic
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Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Consultant to join our Electrical Engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise in project management, traffic signal systems, lighting design, electrical inspection, and traffic systems evaluation. This role requires a dynamic professional who can lead teams, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, and deliver optimal designs and solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Expertise:
- Manage projects related to traffic signal, illumination, and traffic signal/streetlighting maintenance contracts.
- Design traffic signal layouts and electrical systems, including lighting design.
- Conduct electrical inspections and optimize timing plans.
- Program and troubleshoot traffic controllers (N.E.M.A. and M-170).
- Evaluate and implement traffic systems to meet project requirements.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Collaborate with internal departments and design managers (Civil, Structural, Transportation, etc.) to produce optimal designs.
- Liaise with external agencies, including Federal, Provincial, and Municipal authorities, Hydro authorities, and other utility agencies, as required.
Education and Typical Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
- Typical Experience: 8+ years of experience as a technical consultant in a related industry.
Qualifications:
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in traffic signal layout and electrical design.
- Expertise in traffic controller programming (N.E.M.A. and M-170).
- Strong knowledge of lighting design and electrical inspection standards.
- Familiarity with traffic systems evaluation and implementation.
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to supervise and lead technical teams.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Software Proficiency: Experience with relevant design and simulation software (e.g., AutoCAD, Synchro, or similar tools).
Why Join Parsons?
- Innovative Projects: Work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of infrastructure and technology.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals who value creativity, collaboration, and excellence.
- Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and career development programs.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a company that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace culture.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation, health benefits, and work-life balance initiatives.
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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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