Traffic Operations Engineer

VHB • Orlando, FL

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

VHB is looking for experienced Traffic Operations Engineers to play a key role in how people move safely and efficiently across our region. In this role, you will shape how entire corridors operate, reduce congestion and crashes, and see your work make an immediate, visible impact on real-world traffic every day. If you love digging into data, optimizing systems, and turning complex traffic challenges into implementable solutions, this is an opportunity to lead meaningful work with a collaborative, future-focused team. These hybrid positions can be located in Tampa or Orlando.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills (written and oral) with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A proactive mindset, strong work ethic, and a genuine desire to keep learning, growing, and taking on new challenges
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work
• Experience using MicroStation for plans and design support
• Expertise with Synchro and SimTraffic
• BS in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• 5-8+ years of professional traffic/transportation consulting experience, with a focus on traffic operations and signal retiming
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Nice To Haves

• PE licensure preferred or able to obtain within one year
• Experience with VISSIM

Responsibilities

• Lead and support projects focused on traffic signal timing optimization and implementation to maximize transportation system throughput
• Develop and refine timing plans using SYNCHRO, Tru-Traffic, and similar tools
• Fine-tune performance in the field and see your changes in action
• Work hands-on with ATMS software, controllers, and traffic signal cabinets to improve corridor operations and reliability
• Perform traffic safety and operational improvement studies for key intersections and corridors across the Tampa Bay area
• Analyze crash patterns, identify safety issues, and recommend crash-reduction strategies that make roads safer for all users
• Collaborate closely with clients, agencies, and internal teams to turn technical analysis into clear, actionable recommendations

Benefits

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees