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Principal Traffic Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$62.50 - $79.25/hr

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 ...

City of Santa Monica, CA

Traffic Engineer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$127K - $157K/yr

City of Santa Monica, CA Job Type: Full-Time Regular Job Number: 261127-01 Department: Santa Monica ... SUPERVISION Works under the administrative supervision of the Principal Traffic Engineer. May ...

City of Sunnyvale, CA

Traffic Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$62.94 - $80.33/hr

Sunnyvale, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 26-00060 Department: Public Works Division ... a Principal Transportation Engineer and a Senior Traffic Engineer primarily on the delivery of ...

City of Sunnyvale

Traffic Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

Description Two Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunities Work for the City of Sunnyvale: The ... a Principal Transportation Engineer and a Senior Traffic Engineer primarily on the delivery of ...

Hernando County, FL

Traffic Engineer

Brooksville, FL · On-site

$86K - $125K/yr

Brooksville, FL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 14320 Department: Department of Public Works ... Examples of Duties The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its ...

Consor Engineers

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Wesley Chapel, FL · Hybrid

$77K - $104K/yr

As a traffic engineer, you'll plan, budget, and deliver traffic engineering projects including ... Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full-time work status; part-time ...

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Woolpert

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Miami, FL · On-site

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Position Overview Woolpert is hiring a Traffic Engineer to join our dynamic Infrastructure Team at ... Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm. * Flexible paid time off ...

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As of Jul 13, 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 July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,220 per year, or $70.8 per hour.
Principal Traffic Engineer

Principal Traffic Engineer

RICK ENGINEERING COMPANY

San Diego, CA • On-site

$62.50 - $79.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Rick Engineering Company (RICK) is seeking a confident, Principal Traffic Engineer to join our Traffic Division for our San Diego office.

If you are looking for a place to grow your career and make a difference – RICK is the place for you! 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 member, you will help clients and communities turn their dreams into reality. You will learn from and work alongside industry-leading experts and together shape the future of tomorrow. RICK offers career progression opportunites with a pathway to ownership potential.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidate will have a BSCE degree, California Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer or Traffic Engineer, plus a minimum of 7 years experience in traffic engineering/planning or the equivalent of 12 years in the industry. Candidate must have a minimum 5 years management experience supervising the work of traffic designers/planners and CAD drafters/technicians.

Supervising the work of traffic designers and CAD drafters/technicians.

Candidate for this position must demonstrate strong independent thought and decision-making abilities; possess demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills; exhibit management ability; be adept in establishing and maintaining strong and positive working relationships with clients/public-agency personnel, and in-house staff.

Candidate shall have recent Southern California experience, preferably in the San Diego County region.

Candidate’s managerial experience shall also include the following: supervision of traffic engineering design teams; management of project schedules and budgets; preparation of contracts, fee proposals, and scopes of work; and experience in client and public-agency interactions.

Candidate’s technical experience shall include the following: providing municipal traffic engineering services, including in-house services, preparation/processing of final traffic engineering plans (traffic signals, traffic control plans, signing/striping plans, etc.), preparation of Traffic Impact Analysis, and various traffic related studies and reports. Experience in transit planning and design is a plus.

Position generally requires extensive experience and demonstrated engineering abilities in all aspects of traffic engineering and planning projects; and in interacting comfortably and productively with clients and public agencies. It is desired that the Candidate be experienced in HCS, Vistro, Synchro, and other traffic related software, as well as the California Vehicle Code (CVC), MUTCD, and familiar with Highway Capacity Manual.

What We Offer

Generous Benefits package

Medical, Dental, Vision, Profit Sharing, 401K, and Life and Disability Insurance and Personal Leave

Alternative Work Schedule

Holiday Parties, Team Building Activities and Events

At RICK you will find an abundance of opportunities for mentorship, growth, and (of course) fun! Learn more by visiting www.rickengineering.com

RICK Engineering Company (RICK) is an Equal Opportunity

RICK employees are protected by laws designed to protect employees from discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs. RICK employees are also protected against retaliation if they engage in a protected activity, whistleblowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law.