Deputy Traffic Engineer

NCDOT; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 61,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Traffic Engineer to lead their Traffic Services team. In this dynamic role, you will oversee daily operations, manage traffic investigations, and provide guidance to junior engineers. You'll conduct field studies, analyze traffic data, and implement safety improvements. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact on transportation services in your community. If you have a passion for traffic engineering and a desire to enhance public safety, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Traffic Engineering principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the Traffic Engineering team and manage requests.
• Conduct field investigations for traffic studies and improvements.

Skills

Traffic Engineering Principles

Customer Service

Field Investigations

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Manual Tasks

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Traffic Engineering Accident Analysis System (TEAAS)

Signal Timing Software

Job description

Join to apply for the Deputy Traffic Engineer role at NCDOT.

Base pay range

$61,545.00/yr - $107,703.00/yr

You MUST apply at https://tinyurl.com/37ywmcxm by March 13.

The Challenge

We are looking for an experienced Deputy Traffic Engineer to join our Traffic Services team.

In this role, you will:

• Direct the Traffic Engineering team's daily operations, including managing all requests for traffic investigations and supervising junior Engineers, Engineering Specialists, and Engineering Technicians in Traffic Engineering and Operations.
• Coordinate and conduct field investigations accumulating data and observations related to speed zone studies, traffic ordinances, no parking studies, regulatory signing and intersection improvements.
• Lead investigations consisting of retrieving crash history using Traffic Engineering Accident Analysis System (TEAAS).
• Lead staff in applying traffic engineering principles performing traffic engineering investigations and analysis, making recommendations, and seeking funds for safety and operational improvements.
• Perform Special Commercial and Access Management reviews.
• Manage our TODDS, LOGO, Sponsor-A-Highway programs, and Special Event requests.
• Assist Division Traffic Engineer/Deputy Division Traffic Engineer in the operation and management of traffic services team as required and provide organizational direction and leadership in their absence.
• Complete performance evaluations of direct reports.

What You Bring

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Traffic Engineering, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and NCDOT Signal Specifications and Geometric Design.
• NC General Statutes and Administrative Code knowledge.
• Experience in the operation and timing of Traffic Signals, including signal timing software.
• Experience tracking operation cost expenditures.
• Customer service and communications experience with the public, local government officials, and employees, including public meetings and field reviews.
• Ability to safely perform manual tasks and work outside in any weather, terrain, and hours.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

Note

• We may require registration as a professional engineer by the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, and
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Questions?

Call Lindora Rowell at 336-487-0175.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad