Traffic Operations Engineer (VA)

Tiger Resourcing Group; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive-based bonus

401(k) with immediate match and no v.

Open Paid Time Off (PTO) policy

Life and disability insurance

Medical reimbursement plans

Flexible work arrangements

Education assistance programs

Robust in-house training and dev.

Job summary

Tiger Resourcing Group in Virginia Beach, VA, is seeking an experienced Traffic Operations Engineer. The role blends office work, remote tasks, and field activities to analyze, model, and optimize traffic signal timing strategies.

Responsibilities include timing studies, data interpretation, model building with Synchro, and field implementation. A PE license and 5+ years in traffic operations are preferred, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• PE license required (in any US state).
• 5+ years in traffic operations or transportation engineering.
• Strong knowledge of timing principles and data interpretation.
• Experience with Synchro/SimTraffic/Tru-Traffic and ATSPM.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic signal timing studies and optimization.
• Perform travel time runs and interpret data to evaluate conditions.
• Build traffic models using Synchro.
• Develop signal interval timings and coordinated plans.
• Implement timing plans in the field and adjust as needed.
• Collect ITS equipment inventory and manage data.
• Lead traffic studies, impact analyses, and safety evaluations.
• Execute system integration and network management activities.
• Deploy field ITS and traffic control equipment.
• Travel locally and nationwide for field work as required.

Skills

Traffic operations

Signal timing

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

PE license

Tools

Synchro

SimTraffic

Tru-Traffic

ATSPM

ATMS platforms

Job description

Virginia Beach, United States |

Location: Hybrid (Virginia Beach, VA area)
Compensation: $106,600–$118,700 DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Hybrid (Virginia Beach Office, Work From Home & Field-Based)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Traffic Operations Engineer to join our team and support trafficsignal systems management, operations, and coordination projects. This position will focus on the analysis,modelling, and implementation of traffic signal timing strategies in a collaborative and hands-on environment.

This role requires someone based within a reasonable commuting distance of Virginia Beach, VA , and includesa flexible split between office work, remote working, and time in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic signal timing studies and optimization
• Perform travel time runs and interpret data to evaluate traffic conditions
• Build existing and optimized traffic models using Synchro
• Develop basic signal controller interval timings and coordinated signal timing plans
• Implement and adjust signal timing plans in the field based on observed conditions
• Conduct traffic signal/ITS equipment inventory collection
• Lead or support traffic engineering studies, traffic impact analyses, and safety evaluations
• Execute system integration and network management activities
• Deploy and support field ITS and traffic control equipment
• Engage in frequent local or nationwide travel as required for field work and implementation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering , Electrical Engineering , or a related discipline (or equivalentexperience)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (in any U.S. state)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in traffic operations or transportation engineering, particularly in signal timing
• Strong understanding of transportation engineering principles and practices
• Experience with the following software/tools:
• o Synchro , SimTraffic , Tru-Traffic
• o ATSPM (Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures)
• o Experience with traffic signal controllers and ATMS platforms is highly desirable
• Solid communication skills, both written and verbal
• A detail-oriented mindset and a strong interest in traffic operations, safety, and real-time systems improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification
• IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician Level II (or willingness to obtain – financial assistance is provided)
• Familiarity with public agency processes, field data collection, and ITS implementation

• Base Salary : $106,600 – $118,700 (depending on experience)
• Annual incentive-based bonus
• 401(k) with immediate match and no vesting period
• Open Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Life and disability insurance
• Medical reimbursement plans
• Family-friendly programs and flexible work arrangements
• Education assistance programs
• Robust in-house training and development programs