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Olathe

Traffic Engineer/Senior Traffic Engineer

Olathe, KS · On-site

$97K - $138K/yr

Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Traffic Engineer / Senior Traffic Engineer The City of Olathe is seeking a skilled, collaborative traffic engineering professional to support safe and efficient ...

VHB

Traffic Engineer

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$100K - $140K/yr

ABOUT THE POSITION Traffic Engineer | Washington, DC | Tysons, VA | Hybrid VHB's growing Washington ... PTOE certification is a plus The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 ...

VHB

Traffic Engineer

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$100K - $140K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Traffic Engineer | Washington, DC | Tysons, VA | Hybrid VHB's growing ... PTOE certification is a plus The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 ...

VHB

Traffic Engineer

Tysons Corner, VA · Hybrid

$100K - $140K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Traffic Engineer | Washington, DC | Tysons, VA | Hybrid VHB's growing ... PTOE certification is a plus The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 ...

VHB

Traffic Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Traffic Engineer | Washington, DC | Tysons, VA | Hybrid VHB's growing ... PTOE certification is a plus The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 ...

Sambatek LLC

Traffic Engineer

Minnetonka, MN · On-site

$45 - $65/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Sambatek, LLC is a professional services firm that specializes in ... Summary Sambatek is looking for an experienced and driven Traffic Engineer (Project Engineer) to ...

Fishbeck

Traffic Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI

Traffic Engineer Location: Any Fishbeck Michigan Regional Office Employment Type: Full-time For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake ...

GCW, Inc

Traffic Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$86K - $118K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Uses advanced techniques, theory, and best practices to perform traffic engineering for public and private sector clients. Serves as a technical specialist, performing ...

Sambatek, LLC

Traffic Engineer

Minnetonka, MN

$45 - $65/hr

Summary Sambatek is looking for an experienced and driven Traffic Engineer (Project Engineer) to ... full-time employees will have access to: * Medical, dental, and vision plans * HSA and FSA options

GREENMAN-PEDERSEN INC.

Traffic Engineer

Shelton, CT

$87K - $118K/yr

GPI is seeking a full-time Traffic Engineer for our growing Connecticut Operations. GPI seeks candidates looking for an opportunity to be key players on our traffic team, with a wide range of ...

Fishbeck, Inc.

Traffic Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

Traffic Engineer Location: Any Fishbeck Michigan Regional Office Employment Type: Full-time For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake ...

Fishbeck, Inc.

Traffic Engineer

Canton, MI · On-site

Traffic Engineer Location: Any Fishbeck Michigan Regional Office Employment Type: Full-time For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake ...

Sambatek, LLC

Traffic Engineer

Minnetonka, MN · On-site

$45 - $65/hr

Summary Sambatek is looking for an experienced and driven Traffic Engineer (Project Engineer) to ... full-time employees will have access to: * Medical, dental, and vision plans * HSA and FSA options

Fishbeck

Traffic Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI

Traffic Engineer Location: Any Fishbeck Michigan Regional Office Employment Type: Full-time For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake ...

City of El Cajon, CA

City Traffic Engineer

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$72.54 - $88.17/hr

City of El Cajon, 200 Civic Center Way, El Cajon, CA Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 26-32 ... The City Traffic Engineer oversees traffic engineering staff and activities involving traffic ...

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

As of Sep 9, 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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Traffic Engineering Project Manager Transportation Planning & Public Infrastructure

San Diego, CA • On-site

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$108K - $145K/yr

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Re-posted 12 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage traffic engineering design teams and oversee project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, and deliverables.

  • Prepare and review traffic engineering plans, studies, technical reports, and traffic impact analyses.

  • Coordinate with clients, public agencies, and internal teams to support project development and ensure compliance with transportation standards.

Job description

Job title: Principal Traffic Engineer

Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $108,160 – $145,080 per year

About the Organization

Our organization is a leading engineering consulting firm specializing in civil engineering, transportation planning, and infrastructure design services. With a strong presence in the transportation industry, the company partners with public agencies, municipalities, and private-sector clients to deliver innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

The organization is committed to technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth while providing employees the opportunity to work on complex transportation projects that positively impact communities. The team values innovation, client-focused solutions, and a strong culture of engineering leadership.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Traffic Engineer to join our Traffic Division in San Diego, CA. This role offers an opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team of transportation professionals on meaningful traffic engineering and planning projects throughout Southern California.

The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership, manage traffic engineering projects, support client and public agency relationships, and oversee the preparation of traffic studies, engineering plans, and transportation reports.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage traffic engineering design teams.

  • Oversee project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, and deliverables.

  • Coordinate with clients, public agencies, and internal project teams.

  • Prepare and review traffic engineering plans, studies, and technical reports.

  • Manage traffic impact analyses and transportation planning projects.

  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to traffic designers, CAD technicians, and engineering staff.

  • Support project development, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.

  • Ensure project compliance with applicable transportation standards and regulations.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) required.

  • Active California Professional Engineer (PE) Registration in Civil or Traffic Engineering required.

  • Minimum 4–5 years of traffic engineering experience or equivalent industry experience of 9–10 years.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience managing or supervising traffic engineering teams.

  • Experience overseeing project schedules, budgets, contracts, fee proposals, and scopes of work.

  • Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to establish and maintain relationships with clients, public agencies, and internal teams.

  • Recent Southern California experience required, preferably within San Diego County.

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

Knowledge of:

  • California Vehicle Code (CVC)

  • Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)

  • Highway Capacity Manual (HCM)

Preferred Skills

  • Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles and transportation planning.

  • Experience working directly with municipalities and government agencies.

  • Proven ability to manage multiple transportation projects simultaneously.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to mentor and lead engineering teams.

Ideal Candidate Background

Candidates with experience as:

  • Senior Traffic Engineer

  • Transportation Engineer

  • Traffic Engineering Manager

  • Traffic Project Manager

  • Transportation Project Manager

Candidates from transportation consulting firms, civil engineering organizations, and municipal engineering environments are encouraged to apply.