James Cretella, Eit
About James Cretella, Eit
James Cretella is a Senior Transportation Engineer at Arup with expertise in microsimulation traffic modeling and extensive experience in airport landside operations and corridor studies.
Senior Transportation Engineer at Arup
James Cretella serves as a Senior Transportation Engineer at Arup, beginning his tenure in 2023. He is based in New York, New York, United States. His role involves overseeing complex transportation engineering projects and contributing his extensive expertise in traffic modeling and analysis.
Previous Experience at AECOM
Before joining Arup, James Cretella held positions at AECOM. From 2017 to 2023, he worked as a Traffic Engineer in the Greater New York City Area. Prior to this, in 2017, he worked as a Transportation Engineering Technician in New York, NY, for 4 months. His responsibilities at AECOM included traffic data collection, origin-destination analyses, and contributing to corridor studies.
Internship at McCormick Taylor, Inc.
James Cretella gained early industry experience as a Traffic Engineering Co-op Intern at McCormick Taylor, Inc. from 2014 to 2015 in Philadelphia, PA. During this 6-month period, he developed foundational skills in traffic engineering through hands-on project involvement.
Civil Engineering Degree from Drexel University
James Cretella studied Civil Engineering at Drexel University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree. His academic journey at Drexel spanned from 2012 to 2016 and provided a solid foundation in civil engineering principles and practices.
Specialization in Microsimulation Traffic Modeling
James Cretella specializes in microsimulation traffic modeling, utilizing tools such as Aimsun and Vissim. His skills in these areas enable him to effectively analyze and simulate traffic patterns, providing valuable insights for his projects.
Technical Skills in Python, Excel VBA, and SQL
James Cretella employs Python, Excel VBA, and SQL to automate workflows and analyze data. These technical skills enhance his efficiency and allow him to manage and interpret large datasets effectively in his traffic engineering projects.
Experience in Airport Landside Operations and Corridor Studies
James Cretella has considerable experience in airport landside operations and conducting corridor studies. His work often includes comprehensive origin-destination analyses and thorough traffic data collection to support project outcomes.