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Overview:

The Traffic Engineer analyzes vehicle and pedestrian traffic conditions, and drafts and presents reports on findings.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Assigning and reviewing work to

Junior Traffic Engineers Duties/Responsibilities:

• Studies traffic patterns and develops recommendations to improve traffic control.
• Collects data on road construction, land development, and traffic signals.
• Uses computer software to simulate the effects of using different materials in road construction or different signals.
• Analyzes the environmental impact of road construction.
• Plans traffic signal locations and timing systems.
• Designs pavement markings and traffic signals to improve traffic flow.
• Prepares and presents reports with traffic study findings.
• Prepares and presents reports with cost estimates for recommended improvements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Extensive knowledge of road construction and design.
• Extensive knowledge of traffic control equipment and signals.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and computer-aided design (CAD) and modeling software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an EAC/ABET-accredited program in engineering required.
• Licensure as professional engineer (PE) required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Able to traverse various terrains to visit field sites.
• This position reports directly to the Vice President of Engineering