Traffic Signal Optimization Engineer — Corridor Throughput

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

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.