Senior Traffic Engineer
Senior Traffic Engineer
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$ 93500 - 138500
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Job Description
Posting Date
05/09/25Application Deadline
05/16/25Pay Range
$93500 $138500 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
TransportationAbout the Position
As a Senior Traffic Engineer within the Traffic Engineering Branch you will lead the planning design analysis and review of complex traffic engineering projects. In this pivotal role you will serve as a subject matter expert provide technical leadership supervise a team of engineers and support staff and review the work of consultants.
Key responsibilities include develop and implement traffic engineering design standards identify and design traffic mitigation measures to enhance safety and improve traffic flow oversee the design of traffic control devices and systems prepare and review complex technical traffic engineering reports and analysis and mentor and guide junior staff and contribute to strategic planning within the Traffic Engineering Branch
This position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about shaping and implementing innovative traffic engineering solutions while providing strong leadership and mentorship to others.
About Us
We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) we provide connections that improve peoples lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work live and play Then join our team and help us build connections.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional worklife balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Lowcost highvalue healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our upcoming onsite center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Employee discounts for goods and services
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
Four years of related experience in civil transportation or traffic engineering
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration or by the technical board of another state with the ability to obtain Arizona registration within six months of employment
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona drivers license by the time of hire
We Also Value
Experience with project management
Experience using MicroStation/AutoCAD and InRoads
Experience with design review modification and approval of traffic engineering plans and designs including traffic signal Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) infrastructure signing pavement markings and temporary traffic control plans
Experience in reviewing traffic signal and ITS design plans
Knowledge of traffic engineering practices and procedures
Experience in interpreting and analyzing data and writing technical reports
Familiar with the latest versions of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets (AASHTO) and national highway and roadway design guidelines and standards
Experience with traffic modeling software including Synchro
Supervisory experience
Job Contributions
Prepare traffic engineering plans for various projects to include intersection traffic control roadway widening and lowcost safety improvement projects in accordance with Maricopa County and national standards and guidelines
Write and review traffic engineering technical reports specifications and develop cost estimates in accordance with Maricopa County standards for traffic engineering safety projects and studies
Participate in the development of project design concepts and criteria review traffic engineering studies and analysis and make recommendations for the selection of appropriate countermeasures
Supervise the Traffic Studies team and review and oversee the work of support staff contractors or industry specialists/consultants as needed; lead the quality control process in the design and review phases of traffic engineering projects and tasks including reviewing engineering reports project plans cost estimates and special provisions for projects
Conduct intersection and corridor analysis using Synchro and other tools to understand queuing delay and Level of Service (LOS)
Assist the Management team with assigning and delivering projects and achieving Division goals and objectives within the schedules and budgets
Provide technical guidance to other team members other departments consultants attorneys agencies municipalities and the public regarding traffic engineering issues
Other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
This position requires the employee to be in the office/field or customerfacing for all hours worked
Exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a preemployment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safetysensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
