What are the responsibilities and job description for the ITS/Traffic Engineer position at VIBE?
We’re Hiring: ITS/Traffic Engineer
Location: Tampa Bay, FL | Experience: 5 years | Type: Hybrid (2–3 days in office)
About VIBEngineering (VIBE):
We’re a woman-owned engineering firm specializing in transportation planning, traffic engineering, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Since 2013, we’ve delivered innovative, community-focused transportation solutions for FDOT, local municipalities, and private developers.
The Role:
We’re looking for an ITS/Traffic Engineer ready to grow their career and make a tangible impact on Florida’s transportation network. A large portion of your work will focus on ITS planning and design, helping ensure new developments integrate seamlessly into existing transportation systems. You’ll also work on public-sector projects, design plans, and client coordination—while learning from and collaborating directly with senior leadership.
What You’ll Do:
· Prepare plans for ITS Design projects, Signalization Design projects, Signing & Pavement Marking Design projects, Temporary Traffic Control Plan Design projects and Transportation Planning projects.
· Prepare Traffic Impact Analyses for private developers.
· Research, compile and analyze data to develop complex reports, plans, and presentations associated with Traffic/ITS, Signing and Pavement Markings, Signalization, and Lighting projects.
· Develop plans using MicroStation Connect, OpenRoads, SS10, Synchro, GuideSIGN and other auxiliary software.
· Check design plans, design calculations, or cost estimations to ensure completeness, accuracy, or conformity to engineering standards or practices.
· Perform operational analysis in the field to evaluate existing conditions and potential future proposed conditions for fiber optics, signal cables, conduits, traffic cabinets, pull boxes, ITS devices, among other infrastructures.
· Investigate traffic problems and recommend methods to improve traffic flow or safety.
· Design or prepare plans for new transportation systems or parts of systems, such as highways, streets, or roadway lighting.
· Develop signal timing for new and existing traffic signals using Synchro Version 11.
· Prepare transportation related conceptual designs for clients, as required.
· Provide support for technical studies related to traffic engineering, including Traffic/ITS, Signing and Pavement Markings, Signalization, Lighting, Traffic Impact Analysis, Pedestrian and Bicycle Crossing Studies.
· Conduct on-site visits for data collection to determine existing conditions and perform quality control (QA/QC) of projects.
What We’re Looking For:
· Bachelor’s in Civil/Transportation Engineering.
· PE license in Florida (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
· 5 years working with ITS systems and devices such as closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, dynamic message signs (DMSs), vehicle detection, and travel time systems, and their functions.
· Experience with MicroStation, Synchro/SimTraffic, and HCS.
· Strong communication and organizational skills.
Preference For: PTOE certification, FDOT project experience, signal timing or ITS background, ITE involvement.
Why Join VIBE?
✅ Competitive salary bonuses
✅ Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with contributions
✅ Short-term and long-term disability
✅ Hybrid/flexible schedule
✅ Mentorship, training, tuition assistance
✅ Direct access to senior leadership for guidance & career growth
✅ Team-building events & community volunteering
✅ Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates
VIBE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages innovation.
Join us in building a future where teamwork and community drive excellence in engineering!