Road Safety Engineer

ITE Canada; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 86,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Winnipeg is hiring a Road Safety Engineer in the Public Works, Transportation Division. The role focuses on implementing road safety plans and guiding policies to reduce collisions and injuries. You will also respond to safety inquiries and support ongoing improvements in the transportation network.

You will work in a hybrid arrangement at the designated work location in Winnipeg, with an emphasis on collaboration with diverse stakeholders and strong technical reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Civil Engineering required with PE eligibility or licensure.
• Experience with road safety projects, plans, and policies.
• Knowledge of Vision Zero and safe system approaches.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement actions from RSSAP and contribute to updates.
• Manage road safety improvements across the transportation network.
• Advise on road safety in infrastructure decisions.
• Respond to inquiries on road safety priorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Data interpretation

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (Canada) eligibility

Master’s in civil engineering (transportation) preferred

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Data management systems

Job description

Road Safety Engineer

Department: Public Works, Transportation Division

Designated Work Location: 1155 Pacific Avenue, Hybrid with designated work location

Position Type: Permanent Full-time

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday

Salary: $85,834.70 – $115,293.49 annually (Grade 4)

Employee Group: WAPSO

Posting No.: 127460

Closing Date: October 16, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits. We take pride in fostering a respectful, diverse, safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

TheCityis committed to attracting andretaininga diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at theCity; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Women, Racialized Peoples, PWD, and Newcomers.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Under the general direction of the Road Safety Management Engineer, the Road Safety Engineer is responsible for implementing road safety plans, projects, and policies required to achieve the City’s long-term vision for zero deaths and serious injuries due to collisions. This position also reviews and responds to requests related to road safety concerns.

As the Road Safety Engineer, you will:

• Implement actions within the City’s Road Safety Strategic Action Plan (RSSAP) and participate in periodic updates to the RSSAP.
• Implement City’s road safety management process for continual safety improvements on the City’s transportation network.
• Provide input on improved consideration of road safety in decisions that impact transportation infrastructure.
• Respond to inquiries related to road safety concerns and priorities.

Your education and qualifications include:

1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering.
2. Certification as a Road Safety Professional (Level 1) with the Transportation Professional Certification Board or the ability to obtain the certification with 12 months of starting the position.
3. Master’s degree in civil engineering (transportation related focus area) is preferred.
4. Minimum four (4) years of civil engineering experience relevant to transportation engineering and road safety.
5. Experience carrying out road safety projects, reviews, and studies including developing countermeasures for key road safety issues.
6. Experience interpreting engineering plans, specifications, policies and writing procedures.
7. Knowledge of systemic and site‑specific road safety management approaches, as well as Vision Zero principles and the safe system approach.
8. Knowledge of road safety data sources and limitations.
9. Knowledge of quantitative road safety performance measurement, road safety forecasting and trend interpretation.
10. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.), Geographic Information System (GIS) software and data management.
11. Knowledge of legislation and regulations, policies and procedures governing the planning, development and safe operation and maintenance of transportation infrastructure.
12. Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effective with diverse stakeholders (general public, media, civic and government officials etc.)
13. Effective written communication skills with the ability to prepare technical and non‑technical reports.
14. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups.
15. Strong analytical, research and problem‑solving skills.
16. Ability to work effectively under minimum supervision.

*IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognizedCanadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions of employment:

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• Must be registered as a Professional Engineer with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba.
• A Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check satisfactory to the employer, will be required from the successful candidate at their own expense.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License. Successful candidates will be required to provide a valid Driver’s Notice in Force letter.
• Must be able to provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business subject to the terms and conditions of the City of Winnipeg Transportation Policy.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position including working outdoors under unfavorable weather conditions where required for work assignments.

Position Reports To: Road Safety Management Engineer

Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine their knowledge, ability and skills as they relate to the qualifications of the position.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.