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PR ACQUIREZ PRIVATE LIMITED

$130K - $165K/yr

San Diego, CA Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Principal Traffic Engineer to join our Traffic Division in San Diego, CA. This role is designed for a highly ...

NeoDym Technologies

Principal Traffic Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

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San Diego, CA Employment Type: Full-Time About the Organization Our organization is a leading engineering consulting firm providing innovative solutions in transportation, civil engineering, and ...

RICK ENGINEERING COMPANY

Principal Traffic Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$62.50 - $79.25/hr

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As an Principal Traffic Engineer in Southern California, you will have an opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team on meaningful, landmark projects in the San Diego region. As a RICK team ...

Advatix, Inc.

Principal Traffic Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

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Our Client seeking an experienced Principal Traffic Engineer to join Traffic Division in San Diego ... San Diego, CA 92108 Job Type : Full-Time Compensation : $130,000 - $165,000 per year Key ...

Advatix, Inc.

Principal Traffic Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our Client seeking an experienced Principal Traffic Engineer to join Traffic Division in San Diego ... San Diego, CA 92108 Job Type : Full-Time Compensation : $130,000 - $165,000 per year Key ...

RICK

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Principal Traffic Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$62.50 - $79.25/hr

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  • Vision

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As an Principal Traffic Engineer in San Diego, CA, you will have an opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team on meaningful, landmark projects in the San Diego region. As a RICK team member ...

Toole Design

Senior or Principal Engineer - Traffic

Columbus, OH · On-site

$121K - $167K/yr

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We're looking for a Senior or Principal Traffic Engineer to join our Columbus, OH team, someone who's excited to lead traffic engineering design and analysis, to create resilient, multimodal networks ...

Toole Design

Senior or Principal Engineer - Traffic

Columbus, OH · On-site

$121K - $167K/yr

  • PTO

We're looking for a Senior or Principal Traffic Engineer to join our Columbus, OH team, someone who's excited to lead traffic engineering design and analysis, to create resilient, multimodal networks ...

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How much do full time principal traffic engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time principal traffic engineer in the United States is $147,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Principal Traffic Engineer vs Traffic Engineer?

AspectFull Time Principal Traffic EngineerTraffic Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Civil or Traffic Engineering, PE license often preferredBachelor's in Civil or Traffic Engineering, PE license sometimes required
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in planning, designing, and managing traffic projectsAssist in traffic studies, design, and data collection under supervision
Industry UsageUsed in government agencies, consulting firms, and large municipalitiesCommon in local government, private firms, and construction projects

The Full Time Principal Traffic Engineer typically holds a senior, leadership position with advanced credentials, overseeing complex projects. In contrast, a Traffic Engineer usually supports project execution, often with less experience and responsibility. Both roles are essential in traffic management but differ mainly in scope, responsibility, and experience level.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Principal Traffic Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,220 per year, or $70.8 per hour.

Principal Traffic Engineer

PR ACQUIREZ PRIVATE LIMITED

On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Principal Traffic Engineer 
Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Principal Traffic Engineer to join our Traffic Division in San Diego, CA. This role is designed for a highly skilled transportation professional who can provide technical leadership, manage complex traffic engineering projects, and mentor engineering teams.

The successful candidate will lead traffic engineering initiatives, oversee project execution, manage client and public agency relationships, and support the delivery of transportation solutions throughout Southern California.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage traffic engineering design teams and transportation projects.
  • Provide technical leadership for traffic engineering and planning initiatives.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, and deliverables.
  • Prepare and review contracts, fee proposals, and project scopes.
  • Coordinate directly with clients, public agencies, and internal stakeholders.
  • Supervise traffic designers, planners, CAD drafters, and technical staff.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to engineering team members.
  • Support business development activities and project pursuits.
  • Ensure projects meet technical standards, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (BSCE) required.
  • Active California Professional Engineer (PE) Registration in Civil or Traffic Engineering required.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in traffic engineering/planning or equivalent 12 years of industry experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of management experience supervising traffic engineering teams.
  • Ability to independently manage complex engineering projects.
  • Experience building relationships with:
    • Clients
    • Public agency representatives
    • Internal project teams
  • Recent Southern California experience required, preferably within the San Diego County region.

Technical Experience Required

Candidates should have experience with:

  • Municipal traffic engineering services.
  • In-house traffic engineering support for public agencies.
  • Traffic engineering plans.
  • Traffic signal plans.
  • Traffic control plans.
  • Signing and striping plans.
  • Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA).
  • Traffic studies and engineering reports.
  • Transportation planning and design projects.

Software & Technical Knowledge

Experience with:

  • HCS
  • Vistro
  • Synchro
  • Other traffic engineering software platforms

Knowledge of:

  • California Vehicle Code (CVC)
  • Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
  • Highway Capacity Manual (HCM)
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 5 - 10 years
Salary: $130,000 - $165,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No

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