Lead Traffic Design Engineer for TCD & ITS Projects

University of Alaska Fairbanks Petroleum Engineering; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineer Traffic Design in Colonial Heights, VA. The role involves providing technical advice, guiding and training on traffic engineering, and delivering plan designs within budgets and timelines while conforming to standards.

You will oversee project work, mentor staff and liaise with stakeholders. The position requires strong knowledge of traffic control devices, design software, and the ability to communicate with diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and use construction plans and MUTCD.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, prioritize multiple assignments.
• Ability to train and evaluate the work of others.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and traffic control devices.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret engineering data; prepare reports and recommendations.
• Communicate with VDOT staff, contractors, agencies and the public.
• Design preliminary and final plans of traffic control devices using iPM and PCES.
• Manage engineering projects within budgets and schedules.
• Provide guidance to consultants and review designs for compliance.
• Oversee team work and provide training.

Skills

Engineering principles

Effective communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MicroStation

Guidesign

Geopak

AGI

PCES

TRNSPORT

MS Office

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineer Traffic Design in Colonial Heights, VA. The role involves providing technical advice, guiding and training on traffic engineering, and delivering plan designs within budgets and timelines while conforming to standards.

You will oversee project work, mentor staff and liaise with stakeholders. The position requires strong knowledge of traffic control devices, design software, and the ability to communicate with diverse audiences.