Senior Traffic Engineer

City of Sandy Springs; Sandy Springs (GA); Sur place; USD 105 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Two competitive medical plan options

10 paid holidays per year

Accrued paid vacation

Retirement savings plan with City 401a

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym

Résumé du poste

The City of Sandy Springs is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to organize and direct our multimodal traffic engineering program. You’ll lead efforts to reduce congestion, improve safety for drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians, and work toward the city’s goal of zero fatal and serious injury crashes by 2040.

Responsibilities include managing safety analyses, roadway improvements, and policy updates while collaborating with City leadership and the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with specialization in transportation/traffic (Master’s preferred).
• Seven (7) years of experience in traffic or transportation engineering (Master’s degree may substitute for two years).
• Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license required; PTOE and RSP certifications preferred.
• Strong background in traffic software (Synchro, VISSIM, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.) and project management.

Responsabilités

• Oversee the City’s multimodal traffic engineering program, including safety and operational analyses.
• Manage roadway safety studies, intersection improvements, and traffic calming initiatives.
• Review and approve traffic engineering studies, control devices, temporary traffic control plans, and special permits.
• Develop and implement solutions to reduce congestion and enhance safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.
• Collaborate with City leadership, departments, and the community to ensure responsive, data-driven transportation solutions.
• Lead updates to traffic policies, standards, and enforcement tools to keep Sandy Springs moving safely.

Connaissances

Traffic leadership

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's preferred

GA PE license required

PTOE/RSP certifications preferred

Outils

Synchro

VISSIM

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Description du poste

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Senior Traffic Engineer

Full Time Sandy Springs, GA, US 1 Attachments

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1567

Salary Range: $105,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping safer, smarter streets? The City of Sandy Springs is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to organize and direct our multimodal traffic engineering program. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of making our transportation systems efficient, safe, and forward-looking — from managing congestion and bottlenecks to driving our long-term goal of zero fatal and serious injury crashes by 2040.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee the City’s multimodal traffic engineering program, including safety and operational analyses.
• Manage roadway safety studies, intersection improvements, and traffic calming initiatives.
• Review and approve traffic engineering studies, control devices, temporary traffic control plans, and special permits.
• Develop and implement solutions to reduce congestion and enhance safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.
• Collaborate with City leadership, departments, and the community to ensure responsive, data-driven transportation solutions.
• Lead updates to traffic policies, standards, and enforcement tools to keep Sandy Springs moving safely.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with specialization in transportation/traffic (Master’s preferred).
• Seven (7) years of experience in traffic or transportation engineering (Master’s degree may substitute for two years).
• Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license required; PTOE and RSP certifications preferred.
• Strong background in traffic software (Synchro, VISSIM, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.) and project management.
• Proven ability to lead programs, manage projects, and communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Commitment to innovative, data-driven solutions and to staying current with industry best practices.

Perks & Benefits:

• Two competitive medical plan options for you and your family, along with dental and vision coverage
• 10 paid holidays per year, plus 1 floating holiday
• Accrued paid vacation and sick leave
• City-paid life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• A City-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A robust retirement savings program: the City contributes 12% of your base salary to a 401(a) plan and matches up to 5% of your contributions to a 457(b) plan
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year after one year of service toward a relevant degree
• Access to an on-site gym

About Sandy Springs:

Sandy Springs is Georgia’s sixteenth-largest city, with nearly 110,000 residents and a thriving business community. Known for its small-town charm, strong public safety, and exceptional quality of life, Sandy Springs consistently ranks among the best places to raise a family. As Georgia’s most diverse city, it offers top-rated schools, world-class healthcare, miles of parks and riverfront recreation, and a vibrant dining and retail scene—all just minutes from the heart of metro Atlanta.

Additional Information:

• Normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Rotational after-hours on-call support and emergency operations support required, including holidays and special events.
• Candidates chosen will be required to successfully pass a drug test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle check.

The City of Sandy Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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