Full Time Traffic Survey Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $51.02 - $62.01 Hourly
Location : City of El Cajon, 200 Civic Center Way, El Cajon, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-33
Department: Engineering Services
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/14/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Job Overview
**10% pay incentive available for possession of a current California registration as a Professional Civil or Traffic Engineer**
The Position:
The Development Services Department is seeking an experienced and motivated engineer to join its Traffic Engineering Division. The position provides professional engineering support for the planning, design, operation, and implementation of traffic and transportation improvements throughout the City. Assignments may include traffic signal design and operations, roadway lighting, signing and striping, traffic control plans, traffic studies, and capital improvement projects. The position also coordinates with other City staff, representatives of other public and private agencies, and the public on traffic-related projects and service requests. The ideal candidate is a collaborative professional who demonstrates sound engineering judgement, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and an interest in delivering practical transportation solutions that improve safety and mobility in the community.
Why Join El Cajon?
Engineers in the Traffic Engineering Division have the opportunity to work on a wide range of transportation projects and operational issues that have a direct and visible impact on the community. The position provides hands-on experience with traffic signals, roadway safety, signing and striping, development projects, and capital improvements, while working with a multidisciplinary team and gaining opportunities for professional growth and increased project responsibility.
The Community:
The City of El Cajon is a leader among San Diego County and a wonderful location to live, work, and play. Its workplace culture empowers employees to maintain a strong work-life balance and make a positive impact in the community. The City offers exceptional benefits, retirement plans, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.
To view the City's defined Benefits & Retirement, please visit theECMMPEG-MOU (Article 6 - Health and Welfare).
The Recruitment Process:
The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process which includes an in-person Qualifications Appraisal Interview. Qualifications Appraisal Interviews are tentatively scheduled for October 7, 2026. Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list for employment consideration for at least six months.
Typical Duties
Please visit our website to view the full job description: Associate Engineer
Duties may include professional engineering work related to:

• Design of traffic projects, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, signing and striping plans, and pavement marking plans;
• Traffic signal design, timing, operations, and improvements;
• Traffic control plan review and traffic engineering support for City projects;
• Orders and reviews work of traffic operations section and signal service contractor, including signing and striping by City forces;
• Reviews planning actions and development proposals for traffic-related comments;
• Coordinates and confers with other City personnel and departments, representatives of other public and private agencies and the public;
• Capital improvement project design and implementation;
• Receives, investigates and deals with public on service requests and related matters;
• Preparation of background and technical reports for management and City Council;
• Supervises and directs division activities and traffic engineering personnel.

Qualification Guidelines
Education:Educational achievement equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering.
Experience:At least three (3) years civil engineering experience involving design, construction surveying and traffic, including some supervisory experience.
Special Requirements: Possession of California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer or Traffic Engineer is desirable.
The City of El Cajon offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and CalPERS retirement.
Please review the MMPEG-MOU for detailed information regarding compensation, benefits, retirement, and more:
If you have any questions, please email
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Responses to this Supplemental Questionnaire and your online application are required. Resumes in lieu of this questionnaire will not be accepted. This information will be used to better evaluate your background and determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process. All work experience described in your responses must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Copies of certifications and/or degrees must be attached to this application.I ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THIS INFORMATION.

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess at least Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering? If yes, you MUST attach proof of degree to your application to receive credit.

• Yes
• No

03
Do you possess current California registration as a Professional Civil or Traffic Engineer? If yes, you MUST attach your certification to your application to receive credit.

• Yes
• No

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How many years of recent, full-time civil engineering experience do you have involving design, construction surveying and traffic?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4 years or more

05
Please provide the following details for ALL full-time positions you held that satisfy your years of experience in professional civil engineering involving design, construction surveying and traffic:1. Job titles2. Employer names3. Employment dates (month and year)4. Description of duties performed that satisfy the minimum experience required.NOTE: If you have no experience, please write "N/A".
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How many years of supervisory experience do you possess in professional civil engineering?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3 years or more

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Describe your supervisory experience in professional civil engineering. Please include the number of positions directly supervised and the type of positions in which you supervised.
Required Question