Traffic Engineer (Engineer 3 - Engineer 5)

DOTD-Engineering & Operations; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DOTD in Louisiana is seeking an experienced Traffic Engineer to support transportation projects through traffic operations, safety studies, data analysis, signal systems, traffic control, and operational improvements. This position is located in East Baton Rouge parish and reports to the Engineer 6.

No prior licensed engineering experience is required — training is provided with opportunities for career progression through the Engineering job series.

Qualifications

• Perform engineering studies or analyses related to traffic operations, safety, signals, or traffic control.
• Review or prepare traffic reports, signal plans, safety studies, operational analyses, or technical documentation.
• Support evaluation of traffic patterns, safety concerns, roadway operations, or mobility improvements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with DOTD districts, project teams, consultants, local officials, and other stakeholders.
• Uses traffic engineering software, data systems, or technical tools to analyze operational needs.
• Assists with recommendations related to traffic control, signal systems, safety improvements, or operational changes.
• Applies applicable standards, policies, and procedures related to traffic engineering and transportation operations.
• Supports emergency or incident response activities as needed.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Data analysis

Signal systems

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Professional Engineer license

Tools

Traffic engineering software

Job description

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.

DOTD is seeking an experienced Traffic Engineer to support transportation projects and programs through traffic engineering, safety studies, traffic operations, data analysis, signal systems, traffic control, and operational improvements that support safe and efficient travel. This position supports the development, delivery, maintenance, or improvement of transportation infrastructure by applying engineering principles, conducting technical analysis, coordinating projects, and conducting compliance-related reviews.

No prior licensed engineering experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series.

Positions are located in East Baton Rouge parish and report to the Engineer 6.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering.

NOTE: Applications will be accepted from persons licensed to practice professional engineering in states other than Louisiana. If one of those applicants is selected for the position, he/she will be required to obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment. The hiring agency will verify that all licensing requirements are met.

NOTE: Louisiana Professional Engineer licenses are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Performs engineering studies or analyses related to traffic operations, safety, signals, or traffic control.
• Reviews or prepares traffic reports, signal plans, safety studies, operational analyses, or technical documentation.
• Supports evaluation of traffic patterns, safety concerns, roadway operations, or mobility improvements.
• Coordinates with DOTD districts, project teams, consultants, local officials, and other stakeholders.
• Uses traffic engineering software, data systems, or technical tools to analyze operational needs.
• Assists with recommendations related to traffic control, signal systems, safety improvements, or operational changes.
• Applies applicable standards, policies, and procedures related to traffic engineering and transportation operations.
• Supports emergency or incident response activities as needed.

Position-Specific Details:

Career Progression:

This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as Engineer 3, 4, or 5 based on qualifications and agency needs.

Compensation:

These positions qualify for a Special Entrance Rate (SER).

• Engineer 3 – [SER] $3,083.20
• Engineer 4 – [SER] $3,529.60
• Engineer 5 – [SER] $3,776.80

Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.

Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); Job Appointment (temporary appointment in a classified position for a limit of four years); or by detail to special duty.

Additional Information:

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Applicants with the following are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Brandon Boucher, Design Development Engineer Manager
Traffic Engineering, Section 27
[phone]
[e-mail]

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.