O*NET-SOC 17-2051.01

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.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

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.Core16323
Check construction plans, design calculations, or cost estimations to ensure completeness, accuracy, or conformity to engineering standards or practices.Core16320
Prepare administrative, technical, or statistical reports on traffic-operation matters, such as accidents, safety measures, or pedestrian volume or practices.Core16305
Plan alteration or modification of existing transportation structures to improve safety or function.Core16311
Confer with contractors, utility companies, or government agencies to discuss plans, specifications, or work schedules.Core16319
Present data, maps, or other information at construction-related public hearings or meetings.Core16303
Prepare final project layout drawings that include details such as stress calculations.Core16310
Investigate traffic problems and recommend methods to improve traffic flow or safety.Core16314
Estimate transportation project costs.Core16318
Design or engineer drainage, erosion, or sedimentation control systems for transportation projects.Core19612
Evaluate traffic control devices or lighting systems to determine need for modification or expansion.Core16307
Prepare project budgets, schedules, or specifications for labor or materials.Core16309
Inspect completed transportation projects to ensure safety or compliance with applicable standards or regulations.Core16316
Review development plans to determine potential traffic impact.Core16304
Evaluate transportation systems or traffic control devices or lighting systems to determine need for modification or expansion.Core16306
Analyze environmental impact statements for transportation projects.Core16321
Supervise the maintenance or repair of transportation systems or system components.Core16322
Investigate or test specific construction project materials to determine compliance to specifications or standards.Supplemental16315
Model transportation scenarios to evaluate the impacts of activities such as new development or to identify possible solutions to transportation problems.Core16313
Inspect completed transportation projects to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.Core19616
Participate in contract bidding, negotiation, or administration.Core16312
Evaluate construction project materials for compliance with environmental standards.Core19615
Direct the surveying, staking, or laying-out of construction projects.Core16317
Design transportation systems or structures with sustainable materials or products, such as porous pavement or bioretention structures.Core19613
Develop or assist in the development of transportation-related computer software or computer processes.Supplemental16308
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.Supplemental19614

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 31 examples in 13 categories, 13 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCADHot TechnologyIn Demand
Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3DHot TechnologyIn Demand
Autodesk Land Desktop
Bentley GEOPAK Civil Engineering Suite
Bentley InRoads Suite
Bentley MicroStationHot TechnologyIn Demand
Computer aided design and drafting software CADD
OpenRoads DesignerIn Demand
Trafficware SimTraffic
Transoft Solutions AutoTURN

Analytical or scientific software

Citilabs Cube
Cubic Synchro StudioIn Demand
McTrans Center TSIS-CORSIM
McTrans HCS+
McTrans TRANSYT-7F
PTV VissimIn Demand
SIDRA INTERSECTION
Trafficware SynchroGreen
Visual Solutions VisSIM

Geographic information system

ESRI ArcGIS softwareHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand

Project management software

Microsoft ProjectHot Technology
Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio ManagementHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Object or component oriented development software

PythonHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

Structured query language SQLHot Technology

Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software

Warehouse management system WMS

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

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Getting Information

Investigate the environmental impact of projects.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Test characteristics of materials or structures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Inspect facilities or sites to determine if they meet specifications or standards.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Estimate operational costs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Evaluate plans or specifications to determine technological or environmental implications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Analyzing Data or Information

Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans.
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Evaluate designs or specifications to ensure quality.
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Thinking Creatively

Develop software or computer applications.
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Design environmental control systems.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Create graphical representations of civil structures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Scheduling Work and Activities

Schedule operational activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Prepare detailed work plans.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

Determine operational criteria or specifications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Incorporate green features into the design of structures or facilities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Design civil structures or systems.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Create models of engineering designs or methods.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare technical or operational reports.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Communicating with People Outside the Organization

Explain project details to the general public.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

Negotiate contracts with clients or service providers.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Negotiate contracts for transportation, distribution, or logistics services.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Direct surveying activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Prepare project budgets.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Direct equipment maintenance or repair activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise others on health and safety issues.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

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WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 26

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Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.