County Traffic Engineer (Managing Engineer)

Job Description Role Overview:

Seeking a senior‑level civil/traffic engineering leader to serve as County Traffic Engineer, managing ~35 staff across Road & Traffic Engineering and Survey units. This role owns traffic engineering strategy, capital project delivery, traffic safety programs, and staff leadership for King County's roadway network.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage Road & Traffic Engineering and Survey units (people, budgets, hiring, performance)
• Act as County Traffic Engineer for King County
• Oversee traffic operations, safety programs, and Traffic Management Center
• Manage complex, multi‑year capital roadway and traffic projects
• Oversee consultant contracts and serve as Engineer of Record as needed
• Certify plans, specs, estimates, and technical deliverables
• Collaborate with internal departments, partner agencies, elected officials, and community groups
• Embed equity, racial, and social justice principles into daily work and decision‑making We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day.

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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years road design, traffic engineering, and project management experience
• 7+ years in traffic operations and capital project/program delivery
• Progressive people‑management experience (hiring, evaluations, team leadership)
• Strong experience with

MUTCD, WSDOT, FHWA, AASHTO

standards

• Experience signing/sealing plans and overseeing construction
• Ability to navigate political and public‑facing environments
• WA State PE required (or ability to obtain within 6 months) Experience with Cityworks or similar asset management systems