Work Zone Safety Engineer: Lead Smart Traffic Solutions

State of Utah

Taylorsville (UT)

On-site

USD 53,000 - 86,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a motivated Work Zone Safety Engineer in the Traffic & Safety Division to provide statewide technical leadership on work zone traffic control, construction safety, and innovative temporary traffic management solutions.

This role emphasizes collaboration with field engineers, inspectors, contractors, designers, and construction staff, plus mentorship to build regional technical capability and defendable standards for field applications.

Qualifications

Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Utah.
Out-of-state licenses require reciprocity or start at Engineer II until Utah PE is obtained.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Proof of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE).
At least two years of post-graduate engineering experience.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized engineering support and plan review for complex work zone operations.
Maintain and update Traffic Control Drawings, Specifications, and design details.
Develop and deliver technical training for field engineers and inspectors statewide.
Collaborate with Region staff, contractors, and project teams to resolve design and field challenges.
Lead deployment of SMART work zone technologies and real-time traveler data integrations.
Analyze work zone crash data and field performance to identify safety improvements.
Coordinate with FHWA and industry partners on emerging standards and best practices.