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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for intelligent transportation systems engineer in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Intelligent Transportation Systems Engineer?

As an Intelligent Transportation Systems Engineer, your day often involves designing and evaluating advanced traffic management solutions, analyzing system performance data, and troubleshooting issues in real-time. You’ll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, such as software developers, city planners, and project managers, to ensure systems are both technically robust and meet user requirements. Regular tasks may include drafting technical documentation, reviewing engineering plans, and participating in field installations or testing. This role blends office-based analytical work with hands-on field engagement, offering a dynamic work environment and the chance to directly impact urban mobility improvements.

What does an Intelligent Transportation Systems Engineer do?

An Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Engineer designs, implements, and maintains advanced transportation technologies to improve traffic flow, safety, and efficiency. They work with smart traffic signals, sensors, communication networks, and data analytics to optimize transportation infrastructure. ITS Engineers collaborate with urban planners, government agencies, and technology developers to integrate intelligent systems into roadways, public transit, and emergency response systems. Their work helps reduce congestion, enhance mobility, and support sustainable transportation solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Intelligent Transportation Systems Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Intelligent Transportation Systems Engineer, you need a background in civil, electrical, or systems engineering, strong analytical abilities, and experience with transportation technologies. Familiarity with ITS standards and protocols, traffic simulation tools, and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) or ITS-specific training are highly valued. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills help you effectively collaborate with stakeholders and navigate complex project requirements. These competencies are essential for designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced transportation systems that enhance mobility and safety.

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Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Maintenance Inspector

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Maintenance Inspector

WSP

Hauppauge, NY

$47K - $85K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

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Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 67 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intelligent Transportation Systems Maintenance Inspector for our client's Transportation Management Center in the Hauppauge, NY office.

This Opportunity
The Intelligent Transportation Systems Maintenance Inspector shall have a familiarity with conducting inspections of ITS Field equipment to ensure the technical specifications are maintained and performed.  This position would work 7:00am-3:30pm.
 

Your Impact 

Job Description:

  • Inspection, supervision and working with NYSDOT INFORM Contractors
  • Enforcing contract technical specifications of equipment, materials and labor during field installations, repairs and modifications by Field Maintenance Contractors
  • Read plans, implement and enforce Work Zone Traffic Control (WZTC)
  • Prepare inspection reports including job descriptions, equipment used, MPT furnished, hours of work, travel time, etc.
  • Tows, deploys and programs portable variable message signs (PVMS, CCTV, Radar trailers) using instructions manual & field training.
  • Maintain INFORM's Equipment Inventory at various storage facilities, organize storage facilities, receive equipment from various sources and provide updates on equipment needs
  • Inspect field equipment and devices routinely to enforce maintenance contractor requirements to maintain field equipment.
  • Coordinate yearly INFORM PVMS preventive maintenance inspections and repairs with the NYSDOT equipment maintenance shop in Central Islip. 
  • Must be available for "after normal working hours", (Including weekends) for project emergencies such as equipment hits and PVMS deployments, Special events, both seasonal and holiday related, Sport tournaments, and severe weather events. 
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
     

Who You Are

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • 3+ years of experience inspecting field equipment, supervision of electrical maintenance contractors, and preparation of inspection reports
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Valid Driver's License
     

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with others in a team environment 
  • Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and written.
  • Public, internal and external relations (works well with internal, external and partner groups and individuals)
  • Able to respond to problem situations 24/7/365 
     

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary: $47,700 - 85,500

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 

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