Civil Engineering Specialist - Traffic Analysis

Montana Department of Transportation; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Overtime compensation or compensatory/

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation is seeking two Civil Engineering Specialists in the Traffic and Safety Bureau to perform professional traffic engineering studies across urban and rural roadways. The role involves identifying traffic control needs for roads, intersections, and interchanges and providing technical assistance to MDT offices, districts, and the public.

The position offers career ladder advancement and requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (or related field).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field (Level 1/Level 2).
• FE exam completion or licensure is required for Level 2 consideration.
• Combination of related work experience and education will be considered case-by-case.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional Traffic Engineering studies in urban and rural roadway environments.
• Identify traffic control needs for roadways, intersections, and interchanges.
• Provide technical traffic engineering assistance to MDT offices, districts, and public entities.

Skills

traffic engineering

data analysis

communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

FE exam (Fundamental Engineering)

Tools

MicroStation-CADD

SIDRA

Synchro

Highway Capacity Software

MioVision Cameras

Job description

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for two Civil Engineering Specialists in our Traffic and Safety Bureau. This position performs professional Traffic Engineering studies in both urban and rural roadway environments. This position identifies traffic control needs for roadways, intersection, and/or freeway interchanges. This position also provides technical traffic engineering assistance to other offices both in the headquarters and the districts as well as local government and the general public.

This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.

For a full job description, please contact Morgan Stibi at [e-mail].

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on a first day of employment

For information on the Montana Department of Transportation's mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Required Application Materials

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than 2 pages addressing your experience and interest in the position.
• Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as "Relevant."

Required Education And Experience

• Level 1:
• A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Related Degrees may include: Environmental Engineering, Geologic/Geotechnical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Science
• Prior work experience is not required for entry level.
• Level 2:
• A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Related Degrees may include: Environmental Engineering, Geologic/Geotechnical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Science
• This level requires a minimum of 6 months to 2 years of engineering experience.
• Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE).
• Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of Civil Engineering practices with specific emphasis on traffic engineering and operations.
• General knowledge and understanding of the logic behind various types of traffic control, intersection layout, study techniques for the analysis of problems and needs for existing and future conditions on a facility.
• Working knowledge of standards, techniques, and engineering alternatives outlined in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, AASHTO policies, and the Highway Capacity Manual.
• Skill in the use of engineering instruments in the field (Diamond automated speed counters, MioVision Cameras) and in the office (hand drafting tools and computers).
• Skill in the use of computer software programs (MicroStation-CADD, Microsoft Word, Excel, Highway Capacity software, SIDRA, Synchro, etc.).

Other Information

• This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
• This position is covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Benefit Association). The successful applicant for this position who is eligible-retirement qualified will be required to participate in the VEBA group. The VEBA group can take part in an annual election. Any questions regarding the VEBA can be addressed to Laurie Edwards, MDT People Operations Bureau 444-6053.
• The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.
• The Montana Department of Transportation is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
• Effective 5/26/2026, MDT is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.