Transportation Planner (Entry Level)

E. L. Robinson Engineering Co. is a diversified civil engineering and planning firm with a staff of over 175 full-time, experienced professionals and support personnel who are in 12 offices located throughout West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina. Our clientele includes several state transportation agencies: VDOT, NCDOT, WVDOH, ODOT, and SCDOT.

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Planning, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience. Master’s degree applicants are welcome.

The position will include the following knowledge and skills:

• Familiarity with National Environmental Policy Act and North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA-SEPA) procedures.
• Ability to prepare environmental documents and technical studies per NEPA/SEPA guidelines for state and federal agencies.
• Familiarity with travel demand modeling principles including socio-economic and land use forecasting.
• Experience with ArcGIS is a plus- preparing maps, conducting spatial and temporal data analysis including data collection, management and visual information systems.
• Familiarity with demographic data sources including census files, American Community Survey data, etc.
• Familiarity with community impact assessment principles including social and economic analysis.
• Assist with public involvement activities (meetings, mailings, media announcements, graphics, website management, etc.) and ensure compliance with agency public involvement requirements.
• Familiarity with natural systems surveys and impact assessment (i.e. 401/404 permitting, wetland delineations, natural resource surveys, etc.)
• Strong capability in the use of computer applications including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to follow direction and work in a team environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prepare technical reports
• Motivated to learn and think critically

Note- Applicants are not expected to be proficient in all the areas listed above as the position will allow for on the job training.

ELR recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer: Competitive salary, Leave accrual and paid holidays, Healthcare benefits including vision and dental, Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program. ELR is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti- discrimination laws.