Traffic Signals Engineer - 60019425 - Durham Co

State of North Carolina • Durham, NC

2d • $63,927 - $111,871 • Onsite

About The Position

This is an Engineer II position and will serve as the Traffic Signals Engineer for Division 5. This position is in the Traffic Engineering Unit for Division 5 located in Durham, NC. This position directs the daily operations of the Signal Group within the Traffic Engineering Unit to include reviewing and providing comments on signal plans developed by private developers and municipalities, coordinating with the Signal Design Unit on NCDOT developed signal plans, fielding signal inquiries and concerns from various customer groups and developing signal timing plan recommendations. The position is responsible for managing, coordinating, and tracking all aspects of Spot Safety and Spot Mobility projects from conception to completion, including project feasibility, planning, project design, right-of-way acquisition, environmental issues, budget, and construction to ensure timely delivery of projects and programs. Position duties include coordination with local governmental agencies, NCDOT Raleigh-based staff, private engineering firms, and the public. This position is responsible for leading a team of Electronic Technician I’s, II’s and III’s who are responsible for maintenance, emergency repair, installation, and modification of signals throughout the Division. Assist Division Traffic Engineer and Project Manager in the operation and management of traffic services department as required and provide organizational direction and leadership in their absence. Complete performance evaluations of direct report employees.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of traffic engineering.
• Knowledge of MUTCD, AASHTO road design guide, pc warrants, synchro, NCDOT TSMO Unit Design Manual, NCDOT Standard Drawings and Specifications and the NCDOT Construction Manual.
• Working knowledge of NC general statutes, administrative code, NCDOT fiscal and personnel policies and procedures.
• Ability to develop and administer purchase order contracts.
• Ability to adapt and utilize new technologies in traffic engineering.
• Strong ability to communicate verbally and in written form with citizens, government officials, employees and other NCDOT customers.
• Ability to use a laptop computer and manage a database.
• Ability to multi-task and have strong organizational skills.
• Ability to train, guide and direct subordinates to accomplish objectives.
• Ability to comply with and promote Division safety program.
• Ability to accomplish and report planned operational performance activities within budget.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Traffic Engineering, The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and NCDOT Signal Specifications and Geometric Design
• Knowledge of NC General Statues and Administrative Code
• Experience in operation and timing of Traffic Signals, including signal timing software
• Experience in tracking operation cost expenditures
• Customer service and communication experience with the general public, local government officials, and NCDOT employees, including public meetings and field reviews

Responsibilities

• Directs the daily operations of the Signal Group within the Traffic Engineering Unit.
• Reviews and provides comments on signal plans developed by private developers and municipalities.
• Coordinates with the Signal Design Unit on NCDOT developed signal plans.
• Fields signal inquiries and concerns from various customer groups.
• Develops signal timing plan recommendations.
• Manages, coordinates, and tracks all aspects of Spot Safety and Spot Mobility projects from conception to completion.
• Coordinates with local governmental agencies, NCDOT Raleigh-based staff, private engineering firms, and the public.
• Leads a team of Electronic Technicians responsible for maintenance, emergency repair, installation, and modification of signals.
• Assists Division Traffic Engineer and Project Manager in the operation and management of traffic services department.
• Provides organizational direction and leadership in the absence of the Division Traffic Engineer and Project Manager.
• Completes performance evaluations of direct report employees.

Benefits

• The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level