Senior Traffic Design Engineer – Hybrid (2 Remote Days)

Tennessee Department of Transportation; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 67,764 - 87,912; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Specialist to assist with traffic design and provide guidance for Region 1. Collaboration with project teams to identify design challenges is essential.

The position requires a degree in engineering and offers a salary range of $67,764 to $87,912 annually, with hybrid work options post-training. Strong communication and technical writing skills are essential for successful applicants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 1-3 years of experience in transportation engineering or project management required.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for Project Teams by applying traffic-design plan reviews.
• Ensure compliance with TDOT specifications and federal requirements.
• Assist with complex traffic-design challenges.
• Integrate quality management into all deliverables.

Skills

Knowledge of engineering principles applicable to transportation projects

Skilled in basic technical writing

Ability to communicate effectively while interacting with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to use critical thinking to problem-solve

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management

Tools

Computer software for engineering and design

Job description

The Tennessee Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Specialist to assist with traffic design and provide guidance for Region 1. Collaboration with project teams to identify design challenges is essential.

The position requires a degree in engineering and offers a salary range of $67,764 to $87,912 annually, with hybrid work options post-training. Strong communication and technical writing skills are essential for successful applicants.