Transportation Engineer 12 (Traffic & Safety Engineer) - Taylor TSC

State of Michigan•Taylor, MI

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as a senior-level role responsible for traffic safety engineering within the Transportation Service Center (TSC). The primary objective is to reduce crashes and their severity in the TSC area through the analysis of crash data, identification and mitigation of hazards, improvement of road geometry, and ensuring proper signing and pavement markings. The Traffic Safety Engineer will collaborate with regional counterparts, other TSCs, Lansing, and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). This role requires adherence to strict deadlines and effective issue resolution to ensure the successful implementation and operation of Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) services and products. Remote work and alternate work schedules may be considered based on operational needs and established limits. The State of Michigan has received recognition as a leading U.S. employer and for fostering positive employee engagement.

Requirements

Possession of a bachelor of science degree in a field of engineering.
Three years of professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer.
One year of experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer P11.
If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application.
Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment.
Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.
Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a registered professional engineer license as required by the State of Michigan may be substituted for 6 months of experience at the Transportation Engineer 9-12 levels. This substitution may only be used once for any employee for qualification of appointment or early reclassification.

Responsibilities

Analyze crash data to identify trends and contributing factors.
Identify and reduce traffic hazards.
Improve road geometry to enhance safety.
Ensure proper signing and pavement markings are in place.
Maintain alignment with regional traffic safety initiatives and collaborate with other TSCs, Lansing, and the FHWA.
Meet tight deadlines for project implementation and operation.
Resolve issues to ensure the successful implementation and operation of MDOT services and products.