Traffic Engineer I, II, or III
About The Position
Are you ready to help shape the safe and efficient movement of people throughout a growing, dynamic community? The City of Arvada is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Traffic Engineer I, II or III. This role is responsible for the design, review, and contract administration of traffic and transportation projects — including street layouts, traffic signals, signage, striping, and other improvements within the public right-of-way. You'll work on both public infrastructure projects and private development reviews, ensuring they meet city standards while keeping safety and efficiency top of mind. The ideal candidate has foundational knowledge of traffic engineering principles and is eager to grow their skills through hands-on experience. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to everything from traffic signal timing to community-facing inquiries — all while helping Arvada plan for a safer, smarter transportation future. Whether you're an early-career engineer (EIT) or bring more experience to the table, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements
- Colorado Engineer In Training (EIT) certification required or ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment (for Traffic Engineer I).
- Colorado Engineer In Training (EIT) certification required (for Traffic Engineer II and III).
- A valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
- Two (2) or more years of experience in traffic or transportation engineering (for Traffic Engineer II).
- Four (4) or more years of progressively responsible experience in traffic or transportation engineering (for Traffic Engineer III).
- Bachelors Degree (BA, BS, BBA) in Engineering or related field.
- Must obtain and maintain a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Certification.
- Must pass a criminal background check and a driving record check, if required by the position.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification.
Responsibilities
- Prepares routine requests for proposals, traffic and transportation studies, right-of-way acquisitions and design of traffic and transportation infrastructure projects.
- Prepares routine public traffic and transportation infrastructure project bids and construction contracts.
- Administers routine public traffic and transportation infrastructure contracts, which may include preparation of progress payments, negotiation of change orders, resolving contract payment disputes, and ensuring compliance with provisions in the contract.
- Receives and responds to requests from the public regarding signing, speeding, street lighting and other traffic issues.
- Reviews engineering plans submitted by others, recommends changes for reasonableness, to conform with existing infrastructure, or in conformance to the city’s Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications for the Design and Construction of Public Improvements related to traffic and transportation.
- Enforces the city’s Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications for the Design and Construction of Public Improvements related to traffic and transportation.
- Reviews and coordinates programs and projects with governmental agencies, districts, landowners, contractors, and consultants.
- Assists in negotiation of acquisition of right of way from property owners.
- Communicates and interacts with a variety of interests including but not limited to elected officials, government and quasi-government representatives, districts, landholders, developers, citizens and others as needed to perform the duties and functions of the traffic engineer I position.
- Assists with development of specific routine project budget, oversees expenditures of the project funds.
- Analyzes alternative solutions to projects to determine the most adequate and cost-effective solution.
- Prepares traffic signs and marking work orders, parking permits and assists in reviewing temporary traffic control permits.
- Assists with design, timing, and maintenance of traffic signals as needed.
- Provides technical resources to other city departments to ensure that applicable traffic standards (City Code, MUTCD, CDOT) are met.
- Travels to and attends team and organizational meetings, training, events and activities and appropriately and professionally represents the department.
- Represents division on various city committees and outside organizations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Robust Total Rewards package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
