Associates of Wooster - Doug Hill, Senior Traffic Engineer

As an expert in Traffic Impact Studies (TIS), Doug Hill has dedicated 27 years to Wooster & Associates and currently holds the position of Senior Traffic Engineer and manager of the State College, PA office. 

Starting at the headquarters in Crafton and launching Wooster’s State College office in the early 2000s, Doug has been instrumental in expanding Wooster’s presence in North and Central Pennsylvania.  As he says, “deadlines are hit, projects are moving, and clients are happy.” 

Doug and his team are actively growing Wooster’s portfolio.   "I am open to all projects, but I am particularly focused on continuing to expand our market area further east into Pennsylvania through our existing partnerships and by creating new ones."

 
Read more about our Doug’s experience building our strong relationships with local developers by providing exceptional service to clients such as PennTerra, Sheetz, and WaWa. 

How long have you been at Wooster?   

DH: 27 Years as of June 16th! 

What was your formal training to prepare you for this role? 

DH: I studied Civil Engineering at Penn State University, earning a bachelor's degree in 1997.  I started at Wooster right after graduating and started managing projects immediately, so it was a lot of on-the-job training and learning. 

What has been your favorite part of your career?  Your job?   

DH: I always enjoy seeing a development that we worked on after it’s completed.  It feels satisfying that I played a small role in helping something that is now serving the public come to fruition.   

Favorite Wooster event?  

The Christmas parties. 

Any major turning points to your career? 

In 2003 we opened a branch office in State College and I was asked to manage that location.  It involved more self-accountability as I was the only employee in the State College location, so it sped up my growth as an engineer and project manager. 

Favorite Wooster project?   

It’s an old one, but I would say the Colonnade at State College.  We worked on that project in the late 90’s and early 2000’s.  It was a very large project with a lot of intersections, new roadway connections and infrastructure, multiple new traffic signals, etc.  It was a challenging project and thus a good one to experience early in my career.  I still shop at the Colonnade regularly, so the memories never fade.   

Where are you from?   

Chambersburg, PA. It has been great working and living in this area, especially now as developments continue to make Central PA a great place to live. 

Who has been a source of inspiration for you? 

My parents.  Both instilled a strong work ethic and strong sense of integrity for my sister, brother, and me.  And they have provided unconditional love and support for the whole family as it has grown through the years. 

What brings you joy outside of work?   

Traveling with my wife.  Going to Penn State football games. 
 
What is your favorite motto?    

If it doesn’t kill you, it makes you stronger.