Traffic Operations Engineer

VHB; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision, life, and STD

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

VHB seeks experienced Traffic Operations Engineers to shape corridor operations, reduce congestion and crashes, and deliver real-world impact across Tampa Bay. You’ll lead data-driven timing plans and work hands-on with ATMS software, controllers, and field equipment in a collaborative, hybrid team.

Ideal candidates have a Civil Engineering background, 5–8+ years in traffic operations, and EIT; a PE is preferred or obtainable within a year.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related discipline required.
• 5–8+ years of professional traffic/transportation consulting experience focused on operations and signal retiming.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• PE licensure preferred or obtainable within one year.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support traffic signal timing optimization projects to maximize throughput.
• Develop and refine timing plans using SYNCHRO, Tru-Traffic, and similar tools.
• Work with ATMS software, controllers, and cabinets to improve corridor operations.
• Perform traffic safety and operational studies for key intersections and corridors in the Tampa Bay area.
• Analyze crash patterns and recommend crash-reduction strategies.
• Collaborate with clients, agencies, and internal teams to turn analysis into actionable recommendations.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

MicroStation

Synchro & SimTraffic

VISSIM (plus)

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

PE license preferred

Tools

Synchro

SimTraffic

VISSIM

MicroStation

Job description

Traffic Operations Engineer

Job Locations

US-FL-Tampa | US-FL-Orlando

Category

Engineering

Type

Regular Full-Time

Career Stage Type

Experienced

# of Openings

2

ID

2026-5996

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is looking for experienced Traffic Operations Engineers to play a key role in how people move safely and efficiently across our region. In this role, you won't just "do timing plans" - you'll shape how entire corridors operate, reduce congestion and crashes, and see your work make an immediate, visible impact on real-world traffic every day.

If you love digging into data, optimizing systems, and turning complex traffic challenges into implementable solutions, this is an opportunity to lead meaningful work with a collaborative, future-focused team.

These hybrid positions can be located in Tampa or Orlando.

What You'll Do

• Lead and support projects focused on traffic signal timing optimization and implementation to maximize transportation system throughput
  • Develop and refine timing plans using SYNCHRO, Tru-Traffic, and similar tools
  • Fine-tune performance in the field and see your changes in action
• Work hands‑on with ATMS software, controllers, and traffic signal cabinets to improve corridor operations and reliability
• Perform traffic safety and operational improvement studies for key intersections and corridors across the Tampa Bay area
• Analyze crash patterns, identify safety issues, and recommend crash‑reduction strategies that make roads safer for all users
• Collaborate closely with clients, agencies, and internal teams to turn technical analysis into clear, actionable recommendations

What You Bring (Skills & Abilities)

• Strong communication skills (written and oral) with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both engineers and non‑technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A proactive mindset, strong work ethic, and a genuine desire to keep learning, growing, and taking on new challenges
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work
• Experience using MicroStation for plans and design support
• Expertise with Synchro and SimTraffic; experience with VISSIM is a strong plus and will help you tackle more complex simulation work

What We're Looking For (Qualifications)

• BS in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• 5‑8+ years of professional traffic/transportation consulting experience, with a focus on traffic operations and signal retiming
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification
• PE licensure preferred or able to obtain within one year

Join us and help design smarter, safer, better‑moving streets while working with a supportive team that values innovation, technical excellence, and work that truly matters.

The full‑time annual base salary range for this position, located in Tampa, FL, is $90,000 to $115,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job‑related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.

Annual base salary is one component of VHB's Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit‑based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology‑empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best‑in‑class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep‑rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.