Associate Engineer - Traffic

City of El Cajon•El Cajon, CA

About The Position

The Development Services Department is seeking an experienced and motivated engineer to join its Traffic Engineering Division. The position provides professional engineering support for the planning, design, operation, and implementation of traffic and transportation improvements throughout the City. Assignments may include traffic signal design and operations, roadway lighting, signing and striping, traffic control plans, traffic studies, and capital improvement projects. The position also coordinates with other City staff, representatives of other public and private agencies, and the public on traffic-related projects and service requests. The ideal candidate is a collaborative professional who demonstrates sound engineering judgment, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and an interest in delivering practical transportation solutions that improve safety and mobility in the community. Engineers in the Traffic Engineering Division have the opportunity to work on a wide range of transportation projects and operational issues that have a direct and visible impact on the community. The position provides hands-on experience with traffic signals, roadway safety, signing and striping, development projects, and capital improvements, while working with a multidisciplinary team and gaining opportunities for professional growth and increased project responsibility.

Requirements

Educational achievement equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering
At least three (3) years civil engineering experience involving design, construction surveying and traffic, including some supervisory experience

Nice To Haves

Possession of California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer or Traffic Engineer is desirable
10% pay incentive available for possession of a current California registration as a Professional Civil or Traffic Engineer

Responsibilities

Design of traffic projects, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, signing and striping plans, and pavement marking plans
Traffic signal design, timing, operations, and improvements
Traffic control plan review and traffic engineering support for City projects
Orders and reviews work of traffic operations section and signal service contractor, including signing and striping by City forces
Reviews planning actions and development proposals for traffic-related comments
Coordinates and confers with other City personnel and departments, representatives of other public and private agencies and the public
Capital improvement project design and implementation
Receives, investigates and deals with public on service requests and related matters
Preparation of background and technical reports for management and City Council
Supervises and directs division activities and traffic engineering personnel