Civil Engineer I/II/III/IV -Transportation
About The Position
The civil engineer performs technical work in various phases of a computerized traffic control system operations center (TMC). The primary task for this position is for the specific implementation and modification of signal timing plans for the signal systems controlled by the city. Performs modifications and upgrades to traffic signal controller databases using system software (Cubic/Trafficware’s ATMS.now) and traffic modeling using Cubic/Trafficware's Synchro and Tru-Traffic software among others. Conducts field investigations of traffic conditions associated with traffic signals for the purpose of adjusting traffic signal timing plans both on a regular schedule and in response to citizen inquiries. Works closely with the Traffic Signal Maintenance section to update traffic signal timing plans when hardware must be changed and works closely with regional traffic signal timing consultants working on annual corridor re-timing projects. Works closely with FDOT’s Signal Timing Groupe at the RTMC for timing-plans and database updates. Work assignments are received from a professional supervisor who defines the scope of the work to be performed. Timing Engineer is expected to plan details of work and make technical decisions. Work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- Six (6) months of experience in Transportation Engineering (for Civil Engineer I)
- Two (2) years of experience in Transportation Engineering (for Civil Engineer II)
- Four (4) years of experience in Transportation Engineering (for Civil Engineer III)
- Two (2) years of experience in transportation development review, traffic studies, or crash data analysis (for Civil Engineer III)
- Registration as P.E. in the State of Florida (for Civil Engineer IV)
- Valid Florida Driver’s License
Nice To Haves
- One year of supervisory experience desired (for Civil Engineer III)
Responsibilities
- Implementation and modification of signal timing plans for city-controlled signal systems.
- Perform modifications and upgrades to traffic signal controller databases using system software (Cubic/Trafficware’s ATMS.now).
- Conduct traffic modeling using Cubic/Trafficware's Synchro and Tru-Traffic software.
- Conduct field investigations of traffic conditions related to traffic signals.
- Adjust traffic signal timing plans on a regular schedule and in response to citizen inquiries.
- Update traffic signal timing plans when hardware changes are necessary.
- Collaborate with regional traffic signal timing consultants on annual corridor re-timing projects.
- Coordinate with FDOT’s Signal Timing Groupe at the RTMC for timing plans and database updates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
