Traffic Control Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $97,483.62 - $100,498.58 Annually
Location : Houston
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 39052
Department: Houston Public Works
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTEDService line/Section: Engineering & Construction/Traffic & Mobility
Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Ave*
Workdays & Hours: M - F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.*
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Engineer provides a support role within the Office of The City Engineer (OCE). OCE is dedicated to enforcing the City of Houston's (City) Infrastructure Design Manual for both public and private capital improvement within the City's right-of-way.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinates traffic engineering review activities and traffic group personnel. Reviews the Access Management submittals and Traffic Impact Studies. Reviews private development plans, public plans for any improvements in the City Right of way, Capital Improvement projects (CIP), Traffic Control Plans, and Right of Way Encroachments for compliance with State and Federal Regulations, the City's Code of Ordinance, and the City's Infrastructure Design Manual to ensure the safe design and construction. Assist the Supervising and Managing Engineers to complete tasks and special projects as required. Provides guidance to consultants, developers, contractors, and the public with regards to engineering design requirements. Involvement in public meetings and answering public queries. Requires ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and provide excellent customer relations. Managing various tasks of the traffic group. Supervise graduate engineers, including providing guidance to perform their assigned tasks. Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, bending, lifting etc.
This is a Houston Public Works Department position at the Tier III Level.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing.
OR
Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board, and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires four (4) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering.
Substitution: A Master's degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the above experience requirement.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (such as civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required.
Engineers from out-of-state must
be hired in a position directly under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed by the State of Texas; AND obtain their license as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas within six months from date of hire for continued employment with the City of Houston.
A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
PREFERENCES
Preference shall be given to applicants who demonstrate proficiency using Rules & Regulations, Technical Standards, and Microsoft Office applications.
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade: 26
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at:
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or please call 832.393.8085.
"If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-8085. (TTY 7-1-1)
"If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02
Please select the scenario that best describes your highest level of education.

• Less than Bachelor's degree
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Master's degree or higher in Engineering

03
Did you graduate from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing? OR Did you graduate from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board, and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board?

• Yes
• No

04
How many years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering do you have?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years but less than 6 years
• 6 years but less than 7 years
• 7 years but less than 8 years
• 8 years or more
• No experience.

05
Are you a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas?

• Yes
• No

06
Please list your Professional Engineering license and ID #. ("See resume" is not an acceptable answer. If you do not have this license, please type "N/A").
07
Do you have a current/valid Texas driver's license?

• No
• Yes
• My license is currently valid but from another state.

08
How many years of plan review experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more
• No experience

09
How many years of customer service experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more
• No experience

10
How many years of supervising engineer experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 yeras
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more
• None of the above

11
How many Traffic/Roadway Geometric classes have you completed?

• I have not taken a Traffic/Roadway Geometric class.
• 1 class
• 2 classes
• 3 classes
• 4 classes
• 5 classes or more

12
Please list the Traffic/Roadway Geometric classes you have taken. ("See resume" is not an acceptable answer. If you have not taken these classes, please type "N/A")
13
How many years of traffic modeling experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more
• None of the above

14
Please list any traffic modeling software you have experience with. ("See resume" is not an acceptable answer. If you do not have experience, please type "N/A".)
15
Have you ever reviewed access management form and a traffic impact study/analysis?

• Yes
• No

16
Describe your experience, if any, with the following: ArcGIS; Microstation/AutoCAD. ("See resume" is not an acceptable answer. If you do not have experience, please type "N/A".)
17
Describe your experience, if any, with the following: ITE Trip generation 12th edition, Synchro, Temporary Traffic Control; Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCE); Roadway Geometric Design, Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), National Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (NACTO). ("See resume" is not an acceptable answer. If you do not have experience, please type "N/A".)
Required Question