Traffic Engineer 2

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission; Middletown (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work

Alternate Work Schedule

Job summary

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is seeking a Traffic Engineer 2 to enhance highway safety through signing, markings, and temporary traffic control. You will join a collaborative team and expand technical expertise while improving the reliability of the toll road system.

Lead projects, supervise consultants, and coordinate with multiple departments to deliver efficient traffic solutions. A strong engineering background and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Eight years of engineering experience or a four-year degree with professional experience.
• Engineering background with broad knowledge across traffic engineering practices.
• Driver’s license required; PA license within six months preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide lower-level engineers and supervise consultants on projects.
• Manage development and administration of traffic and design projects.
• Prepare scopes, plans, specifications, and cost estimates with consultants.
• Monitor project scheduling, documentation, and field inspections.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for project updates.
• Contribute to traffic and safety surveys and documentation.

Skills

Problem Solving/Analysis

Engineering Principles

Communication Proficiency

Quality Control

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline

Job description

Posting Start Date:

August 10, 2026

Posting End Date:

August 21, 2026

Position Number:

80003667

Union:

Non-Union

FLSA Status:

Salaried Exempt

Department:

Traffic Engineering and Operations

Salary Grade:

E-3

Salary Range:

$77,488.00 - $103,466.63

Employment Type:

Full Time

Building Location:

Central Office Building

Building Street:

700 S. Eisenhower Boulevard

Building City:

Middletown

Building State:

Pennsylvania (US-PA)

Building Zip Code:

17057

Work Schedule:

Flexible Work Options

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as “America’s First Superhighway”! Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually. Together, we are building the highway of the future.

The Commission values its team members and understands the importance of work/life balance to the health, well-being and productivity of its team. Therefore, this position may be eligible for Flexible Work Options* such as:

• Hybrid Work - combination of remote and in-person reporting
• Alternate Work Schedule - flexibility to adjust work schedule length to complete work week in fewer days

*Some options may require completion of probationary period.

The Commission requires all employees to establish PA residency within 6 months of hire and to maintain PA residency, regardless of Flexible Work Options.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The Commission will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Purpose and Summary

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission offers an exciting opportunity for a Traffic Engineer 2 to help shape the future of one of the nation's premier transportation systems. In this role, you'll contribute to projects that enhance highway and work zone safety through signing and pavement markings, temporary traffic control, and emerging transportation technologies. Join a collaborative team committed to engineering excellence, innovation, and stewardship while expanding your technical expertise and helping enhance the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Provides guidance to lower-level engineers and provides project supervision to consultants.
• Participates in the management of the development and administration of traffic, facilities, design and/or construction projects with an increasing scope of responsibility.
• Participates in the full lifecycle of assigned projects. Participates in the development of the scope of work, selection of consultants, preparation of plans, specifications, standards and cost estimates.
• Monitors and maintains documentation of project scheduling and activity to ensure proper project development.
• Monitors contractors work and participates in the field inspections, reviews and surveys to ensure adherence to standards and specifications. Identifies potential problems and submits reports recommending solutions.
• Reviews plans, specifications, studies, invoices and estimates prepared by consultants.
• Assists in the preparation of detailed and comprehensive reports and documents.
• Attends meetings to provide feedback and recommendations for assigned projects.
• Coordinates and communicates with various internal departments and external agencies to attain input and provide status updates for assigned projects.
• Participates in traffic and safety surveys. Reviews, analyzes and assists in preparation of documentation and reports for managerial staff.
• Administers and/or assists in oversight of various PTC engineering programs.
• Performs duties requiring a broad knowledge and application of engineering principles and practices as they relate to all phases of assigned projects and job duties.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of engineering experience;
  OR
• Four (4) years of engineering experience AND a bachelor’s degree with major course work in engineering or other related discipline;
  OR
• One (1) year as an Engineer Project Manager 1 with the PTC.
  Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted.
• Possession of a valid Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate may be used to substitute two (2) years of experience.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license within six (6) months of employment.

Competencies

• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Comprehension of Engineering Principles and Standards
• Communication Proficiency
• Quality Control
• Project Management
• Attention to Detail

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position demands include frequent speaking, writing and reading reports. Position requires frequent work at a computer utilizing business programs and PTC specific operating systems. Position requires frequent travel and/or fieldwork and exposure to roadway traffic. Occasionally works outside of normal business hours for assigned work assignments.

Office environment with low levels of noise, adequate lighting and comfortable temperature. Field environment may include exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable conditions. Physical environment is generally safe, but safety equipment or precautions must be followed in field conditions.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent(s) within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of the employee(s) assigned to this job. Management has the discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department by calling 717-831-7378.