Sustainability Planner

TYLin is seeking a junior/mid-level Sustainability Planner for its New York office to enhance urban mobility through sustainable transportation projects. The role involves developing emission reduction strategies, conducting scenario modeling, and evaluating clean transportation solutions. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in sustainable transportation planning and a Master’s degree in a related field. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this collaborative position.
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

Our City Solutions Sector is seeking a junior/mid-level Sustainability Planner to join our team in the New York office. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact on urban mobility while leading and supporting cutting-edge transportation projects. As a Sustainability Planner, you'll help shape the future of sustainable transportation through innovative planning solutions, from emission reduction planning and scenario modeling to decarbonization strategies and transportation electrification initiatives. Working at the intersection of sustainability, resiliency and mobility, you'll tackle projects that enhance climate resilience, promote active transportation, and create more livable communities across the region

This position will report to the New York Sustainability Lead and will require at least 2 years of experience in sustainable transportation planning.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

This role offers opportunities to analyze complex situations and navigate ambiguous challenges while developing informed decision-making skills at the forefront of sustainable transportation. As a critical member of our growing sustainability practice, you'll help develop and evaluate emission reduction strategies, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and create policy recommendations to advance sustainability initiatives. You'll contribute to long-range transportation planning, focusing on emission reduction objectives, scenario modeling, and technology feasibility assessments.

Key responsibilities include analyzing greenhouse gas and criteria pollutant emissions, researching industry trends, and developing recommendations for clean transportation solutions - from public transit and active mobility to zero-emission vehicles and clean freight initiatives. You'll help shape the future of sustainable transportation by analyzing technology adoption pathways, alternative fuel strategies, and innovative demand management approaches, while creating clear, actionable solutions from complex data. Working collaboratively with peers and project managers, you'll need excellent communication skills and adaptability.

Ideal candidates will be solutions-focused, with the ability to contribute significantly to conceptual development, problem solving, and report writing. You'll play a vital role in developing and delivering reports and communication materials, including case studies, webinars, and presentations for various stakeholders. Success in this position requires the ability to build strong relationships across teams, contribute meaningfully to client discussions, and translate technical analysis into compelling recommendations that advance project goals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (INCLUDING EDUCATION and/or JOB EXPERIENCE): 
• Master’s degree in Transportation, Urban planning, Environmental studies, Energy, Public Policy, or another related Master’s or PhD program.
• At least 2+ years’ work experience in Sustainable Transportation, outside of university.
• Foundational knowledge in the following transportation planning concepts:
• Transportation VMT reduction strategies and decarbonization.
• Transportation GHG Analysis and Forecasting
• EV Transition Planning
• Experience in using one or more of the following GIS Mapping software (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online)
• Experience in using one or more of the Adobe Creative Suite applications (Illustrator and InDesign preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required
• Proficiency with statistical and analytical tools such as Microsoft Excel
• Ability to present ideas, projects, and solutions in a polished and professional manner
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range for this position.  $75,000 - $112,600 annually. TYLin is proud to offer a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include extensive health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.