Assistant Traffic Engineer

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Traffic Engineer to join their team. This role involves assisting in traffic engineering studies, managing safety projects, and coordinating with various units to ensure safe traffic flow. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, strong project planning skills, and the ability to apply engineering principles to solve complex problems. Join a forward-thinking organization that values career development and offers competitive salaries along with state benefits. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in traffic safety and engineering.

Benefits

State Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in project planning, development, and completion with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of traffic engineering concepts and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Division Traffic Engineer with traffic engineering studies and safety projects.
• Supervise the Division Traffic Services Unit and establish safety programs.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Project Planning

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer Registration (NC)

Tools

Traffic Control Devices

MUTCD

Job description

Job Opportunity with NCDOT

This position offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries, and numerous career development opportunities.

Responsibilities include:

1. Assisting the Division Traffic Engineer with traffic engineering studies, safety projects, and investigations into HSIP from fatalities.
2. Supporting signal projects and studies alongside the Deputy Traffic Engineer.
3. Serving as a liaison between the Division Traffic Engineer and Traffic Services.
4. Supervising the Division Traffic Services Unit and establishing safety programs.
5. Coordinating traffic control devices with Maintenance and Construction units for safe traffic flow.
6. Conducting traffic studies and overseeing the installation and inspection of traffic control devices.
7. Managing the Division LOGO and TODS Program and assisting with safety projects and maintenance programs.
8. Preparing signal designs and analyzing traffic data to optimize signal timing systems.
9. Overseeing the operation and budgeting of Traffic Services Units, including setting standards and monitoring work progress.

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Experience in project planning, development, and completion with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of traffic engineering concepts and practices.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to solve complex problems.
• Experience working collaboratively in teams.
• Reviewing plans for compliance with traffic and engineering standards.

Additional requirements include:

• Professional engineering skills for conducting safety and traffic studies.
• Knowledge of MUTCD preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain good working relationships.
• Safety toe shoes are required.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience, with possible professional engineer registration in NC.

For more information, contact Barbara Frizzell at [e-mail] or 252-439-2950.

Applicants must meet all minimum and knowledge, skills, and abilities requirements and provide complete application details. "See Attached" or "See Resume" are not accepted substitutes for education and experience documentation.