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TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS PROGRAM ENGINEER
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What they do
A Transportation Engineer designs and maintains transportation systems such as roads, ports, airports, and bus or subway systems.
$92,834 / year median in North Carolina
+8% projected growth
Job Description
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS PROGRAM ENGINEER
Raleigh, NORTH
CAROLINA
JOB
REFERENCE ID
26-01092
JOB TYPE:
Direct Placement
LOCATION
Raleigh, NORTH
CAROLINA
PAY RATE:
$82000 - $91000
POST DATE:
June 22, 2026
: Transportation Systems Program Engineer
Transportation Systems Program Engineer to support the North Carolina
DOT TSMO
Program. The ideal candidate will work on-site at North Carolina DOT Statewide Traffic Management Center in Raleigh, NC and provide TSMO Program Support as directed by NCDOT. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional that owns their role and seeks to define excellence.
What you will be doing:
- The Engineer will be responsible for tasks related to TSMO program for North Carolina DOT
- Review and analyze TSMO performance data
- Strategic planning
- Program implementation support
- Oversee TIM related contracts
- Conduct research on best practices nationally
- Develop guidance documents
- Manage multiple projects
- Conduct analysis and research
- Produce documents
- Training program curriculum
- Communicate with client
- Training curriculum development
- Supporting TSMO and Traffic Operations programs
This position will work on-site at North Carolina DOT Statewide Traffic Management Center.
What you need to be successful in this role:
- Bachelor's of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field required
- An Engineer in Training certification (EIT) is preferred
- Minimum 3 years experience in Traffic Incident Management, Traffic Management, TSMO, ITS, Traffic Engineering, or Transportation Design and
- Planning
- Experience providing Program Support to a transportation client
- Experience applying transportation engineering and/or planning principles such as design criteria, project goals, and specifications and standards
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with project team
- Ability to effectively plan and schedule work
- Ideal candidate is preferred to be located within the Raleigh, NC metro area
- Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance