Transportation Engineer (Multigrade)

Arlington County Government; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington County Government is seeking a Transportation Engineer to enhance safety and mobility in the community. The role involves conducting evaluations, developing design concepts, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering, relevant experience, and strong technical skills. Competitive salaries and benefits, including a pension plan, are offered.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Telework options

Pension plan

Annual premium for PE certification

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience in transportation design or operations.
• Master’s in Civil or Transportation Engineering can substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety evaluations and develop transportation enhancements.
• Draft and review multimodal CAD design plans.
• Gather transportation data to address safety and access concerns.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Synchro

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering

Tools

CAD

GIS applications

Job description

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Arlington County’s Department of Environmental Services is seeking a Transportation Engineer to join the Operations group within the Transportation Engineering and Operations Bureau (TE&O).

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety evaluations (e.g., all-way stop, signal warrant, pedestrian, crash, and speed) to develop transportation enhancements that improve safety, mobility, and access at intersections and roadway segments.
• Develop design concepts, review plans, and provide technical expertise for multimodal safety improvement projects, including pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, transit operations, shared mobility devices, and curb space usage.
• Draft and review multimodal CAD design plans and preliminary design plans to address safety concerns.
• Coordinate with agencies and programs to review plans and support transportation safety and access matters.
• Perform synchronization and capacity analyses to develop design concepts for roadway network improvements.
• Gather transportation data to address safety and access concerns and communicate findings effectively.
• Represent the Transportation Operations team in stakeholder meetings.
• Develop and evaluate policies, standards, and guidelines for compliance with industry standards.

Ideal Candidate

• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Synchro, and CAD software.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering.
• At least two years of professional experience in transportation design or operations focusing on multimodal access, safety, and analysis.

Note: Experience cannot substitute for the Engineering Degree requirement. A Master’s in Civil or Transportation Engineering can substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing technical policies and standards.
• Experience analyzing transportation safety and operations.
• Experience managing multimodal projects.
• Proficiency in CAD and GIS applications.
• Professional Engineer certification.

Additional Requirements

Possession or acquisition of a valid driver’s license is required. A favorable driving record review is also required.

Work Conditions

Standard hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with flexible and telework options. Occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary.

Employees with PE certification are eligible for a $2,600 annual premium.

Salary and Levels

• Engineer I: $79,123 - $122,658
• Engineer II: $83,096 - $128,794
• Engineer III: $91,645 - $142,043

Arlington County offers competitive salaries and benefits, including a pension plan. All application sections must be completed; resumes are optional but do not replace the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.