Senior Traffic Engineer — Multimodal & Safety Leader

City of Sandy Springs; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two competitive medical plan options

10 paid holidays per year

Accrued paid vacation

Retirement savings plan with City 401a

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Traffic leadership

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's preferred

GA PE license required

PTOE/RSP certifications preferred

Tools

Synchro

VISSIM

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

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.