Senior Transportation Engineer

Job Summary

This position serves as a roadway transportation and traffic subject matter expert within the

Engineering Department of the Community Development Agency. The position is responsible for

managing the countywide transportation network and traffic engineering initiatives that enhance

mobility, safety, and infrastructure quality across the unincorporated areas and in partnership

with the cities. This role oversees complex engineering projects, supports policy development,

and provides technical guidance to staff, consultants, and project partners. Reports to and works

under the general supervision of the Community Development Agency Director and County

Engineer.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Evaluates the engineering and design of county transportation and traffic projects,

including roadway improvements, intersection enhancements, traffic signal upgrades,

multimodal facilities, and corridor studies.

• Plans manages, and directs all Traffic Engineering programs and services to include

traffic signal design, installation, maintenance, and repair; traffic control plans and

designs; traffic operations; Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) operations; roadway

and pavement marking; traffic data collection; sign fabrication and installation in

accordance with county policies and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

(MUTCD).

• Demonstrates ability for success in managing multiple projects, initiatives, and requests

concurrently; builds trust and credibility with employees; works responsively and

productively in a fast-paced team-oriented environment; adapts to unexpected

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• Conducts and supervises analyses of traffic operations, congestion, safety performance,

crash data, and roadway capacity; develop recommendations aligned with county goals

and state/federal standards.

• May prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, feasibility

studies, and technical reports for capital improvement projects and maintenance

programs.

• Coordinate with municipalities, regional planning organizations, and GDOT to ensure

consistent standards, integrated mobility planning, and efficient project delivery.

• Oversees development review and permitting related to traffic impact studies, access

management, subdivision design, and transportation mitigation requirements.

• Performs field reviews and evaluations of traffic signal construction, pavement marking,

and other major projects; ensures quality of work and compliance with specifications

and applicable standards and regulations. Monitors and evaluates the efficient

operation of traffic control signals and control networks through the central traffic

signal control systems. Reviews technology for application and improvement in traffic

operations and safety.

• Performs the most technical and complex tasks relative to the assigned area of

responsibility; responsible for complex and large-scale civil engineering design and

construction projects. Coordinates work with other department divisions and county

agencies.

• Analyzes and reviews traffic engineering requests; assesses and prioritizes traffic

engineering projects; establishes project and workload schedules. Prepares work orders

and/or approves work orders by others. Recommends traffic improvements based upon

data management, data analysis, and other engineering assessments.

• Provide professional engineering guidance to junior engineers, technicians, and

consultants, ensuring quality control and compliance with county policies, MUTCD,

AASHTO, ADA, and state DOT design manuals.

• Manage transportation-related CIP projects from concept to construction, including

budgeting, scheduling, procurement, consultant management, and public outreach.

• Support countywide programs such as safety initiatives, traffic signal optimization,

pedestrian and bicycle network planning, ITS/technology deployment, and asset

management.

• Recommends upgrades and improvements to the transportation network utilizing

professional engineering guidelines, experience, and judgment.

• Keeps track of new or reviews federal or state regulations, county policies and

procedures, and then applies the information to plan review.

• Responds to inquiries, complaints and problems for the Board of Commissioners, county

property owners and the general public in resolving existing problems regarding

sidewalks, roadways, and other related problem areas personally or resolves them by

contacting the appropriate department, organization or person for resolution.

• Inspects road sites to determine needs for traffic control and safety devices.
• Acts as a project manager by performing on-site roadway inspections, plan compliance

review, gathering of field data, conducts final inspections and makes recommendations

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• Utilizes professional engineering guidelines, design principles, standards, and

engineering judgment for projects submitted for review.

• Performs other related job duties as assigned.
• Represents the County before external agencies regarding transportation issues to

include working directly with local elected officials on project delivery.

• Participates in policy strategies to enhance external funding of infrastructure projects

and to provide for long-term infrastructure needs within the County.

• Reviews roadway construction plans and schematics proposed by other state agencies,

engineering firms, planners, and developers to assess their proposed impact on the

County.

• Oversees the conduct of transportation studies; review and analyze studies for trends

and developments and recommend appropriate action.

• Works closely with citizens and business groups to facilitate project implementation and

to direct the response to their requests.

• Makes recommendations for revisions to paving and drainage criteria, traffic signals,

traffic operations, standard drawings, and specifications.

• Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from a four (4) year college or university in Civil Engineering or other

engineering specialization, supplemented by nine (9) years of experience performing roadway

transportation and/or traffic engineering work; or any equivalent combination of education,

training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must be a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Georgia or be able to attain within six

(6) months of employment. MEng or MS Engineering preferred. Professional Traffic Operations

Engineer (PTOE) preferred. Ideal candidate is a self-motivated, team-oriented, solutions-driven

problem solver, very responsive to emails, calls, correspondence, and in-person visits, providing

outstanding customer service and timely follow-ups.

Special Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or be able to attain within six (6) months of

employment.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license, with satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with traffic simulation software such as SYNCHRO, VISSIM, or SIDRA
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Knowledge of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
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• Strong communication skills for interacting with stakeholders
• Experience in public transportation planning
• Certifications like Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills
• Proficiency in transportation engineering software and technologies
• Ability to work well in a team environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical:

• Able to sit for extended periods of time as the work is primarily sedentary.

Vision:

• See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents and to operate

equipment.

Hearing:

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities that would permit effective

communication with or without correction.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires being sensitive to change and

responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

Pay: $83,256.41 - $108,233.33 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $83,256 - $108,233