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Trilon Group

Traffic Engineer III

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Prepare traffic signal timing and retiming evaluations, including signal timing sheets and implementation support as needed. * Develop cost estimates for safety, planning, and engineering projects.

Trilon

Traffic Engineer III

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$89K - $122K/yr

Prepare traffic signal timing and retiming evaluations, including signal timing sheets and implementation support as needed. * Develop cost estimates for safety, planning, and engineering projects.

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What are some common challenges Traffic Signal Timing Engineers face when optimizing intersections in urban environments?

Traffic Signal Timing Engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing the needs of vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and public transit at busy intersections. Urban environments typically present unpredictable traffic patterns, frequent construction, and coordination with multiple agencies, making signal optimization complex. Engineers must use data analysis, simulation tools, and field observations to develop timing plans that improve safety and flow while minimizing congestion. Collaboration with city planners, transportation departments, and the public is crucial to successfully implement and adjust signal timing strategies.

What does a Traffic Signal Timing Engineer do?

A Traffic Signal Timing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing the timing of traffic signals at intersections to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow. They analyze traffic patterns, collect and interpret data, and use specialized software to create timing plans that minimize delays and improve safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Their work often involves coordinating with city planners, transportation agencies, and the public to adapt signals to changing traffic demands and infrastructure projects.

What is the difference between Traffic Signal Timing Engineer vs Traffic Signal Designer?

AspectTraffic Signal Timing EngineerTraffic Signal Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field, certifications in traffic signal systemsBachelor's in Civil or Electrical Engineering, focus on signal design certifications
Work EnvironmentTraffic management centers, field data collection, traffic analysisDesign offices, CAD software, project planning
Employer & Industry UsageMunicipalities, transportation agencies, consulting firmsEngineering firms, transportation planning companies

While both roles involve traffic systems, Traffic Signal Timing Engineers focus on optimizing signal timings for traffic flow, whereas Traffic Signal Designers create the physical layouts and plans for traffic signals. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Traffic Signal Timing Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Traffic Signal Timing Engineer, you need expertise in traffic engineering principles, data analysis, and a relevant engineering degree, often with a Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. Familiarity with traffic signal control software such as Synchro, VISSIM, and other simulation tools is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate with stakeholders and effectively address real-world traffic challenges. These competencies are critical to designing and optimizing signal timing plans that improve safety, reduce congestion, and enhance overall traffic flow.
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Engineer II or III (Traffic Management Center)

Engineer II or III (Traffic Management Center)

Douglas County Government (CO)

Castle Rock, CO • On-site

$84K - $142K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Summary of Position This is work that involves a combination of traffic engineering, traffic operations, high-level system networking, and basic technical troubleshooting. This position is responsible for the day-to-day monitoring of traffic operations and troubleshooting of traffic signal systems, traffic communications, and other Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) devices from the Traffic Management Center located in Lone Tree, Colorado. This position is critical to the traffic team and Douglas County as the TMC Engineer monitors the Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS), Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures system (ATSPM), and other critical software systems that ensure the smooth flow of traffic on the Douglas County surface street network.

In the event of incidents and/or natural disasters, the TMC Engineer assists the traffic team and emergency response agencies in alleviating traffic delays. This is complex technical engineering work in the Department of Public Works, Engineering Division. Duties and responsibilities are with an emphasis on supporting the Traffic Systems team in their primary duties of ensuring the safety and mobility of the traveling public on County roads; preparing and implementing traffic signal timing plans; and planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating new technologies which improve traffic operations, safety, and efficiency.

Engineer II (Traffic Management Center): View the full job description here Engineer III (Traffic Management Center): View the full job description here Example of Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.) Engineering: In collaboration with Traffic Engineering staff, monitors real-time traffic conditions through a variety of ITS devices and suggest changes to traffic signal parameters to deal with congestion resulting from traffic accidents, planned construction work closures as well as unplanned or unexpected events, including weather. Implement signal timing changes as directed. Understand and apply County policy and strategies regarding traffic signal timing

Perform traffic incident and congestion monitoring via CCTV, pan-tilt-zoom cameras, and travel time devices. Report major traffic congestion to designated Traffic Engineering staff. Communicate with Public Safety agencies to report incidents.

Report debris, spills, etc. to the Department of Public Works Operations. Send incident notifications in real time and follow up notifications regarding incident updates and clearance.

Follow proper CCTV etiquette, including policies and rules as they relate to sharing CCTV control and content of images. Initiate and/or monitor all the stages of incident management when an incident is ongoing. Maintain electronic logs of pertinent TMC activities such as incident management activities, special events, parameter value changes, ATSPM performance measures, and TMC maintenance activities as directed.

Study and analyze major operational traffic issues and recommend innovative solutions. Utilize data in operations and engineering tasks, and understand the different types of traffic data collected. Initiate new timing plans and emergency flush plans as conditions warrant.

Provides public information and assistance by evaluating existing problems and making recommendations for the appropriate corrective actions to citizens, property, and homeowners. Work with Traffic Engineering staff, law enforcement, other agencies, the public, and other County Departments on citizen concerns. May involve traveling to other County offices or locations within the County for meetings or field observations.

Translate technical materials into a language easily understood by others as needed. Research and development projects related to the TMC. Assists with purchase justifications and setting up contracts for consultants and contractors.

Recommends to Manager approval or denial of appropriate plan deviations or design variances for specific projects. Conducts site inspections. Monitors, oversees, and ensures conformance of construction in compliance with the engineering plans, specifications, and safety standards on assigned projects.

Responsible to resolve or coordinate the resolution when the construction of the improvements is not in accordance with the accepted plans. Performs other duties as assigned. Equipment: Operate a complex computerized traffic management system.

Perform traffic signal system monitoring via specialized computer system software, monitor all traffic signals for proper operation, and advise Traffic Engineering staff of any signal timing related issues. Notify the Traffic Signal Supervisor of any operational malfunctions. Operate DMS programming as directed.

Monitor DMS for proper display and operation. Provide travel information to the motoring public as directed. Follow proper DMS etiquette and rules.

Operate the Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) programming as directed. Activate and monitor the HAR for proper broadcast message and operation. Assist with identifying, assessing, and mitigating impacts of equipment malfunction or failure through ITS systems monitoring.

Assist with assessing equipment malfunction patterns or failures appropriate remedy actions. Assist with identifying connectivity/communication malfunctions and distinguish them from other types of common errors (i.e. malfunctions in application level/field devices such as traffic signals or dynamic message signs (DMSs) that may be connected to the TMC)

Utilize network hardware or software tools for basic network troubleshooting, including working on different types of traffic system communication media and hardware. Enforce network/physical/logical security and communication systems standards, codes and protocol as it pertains to the sub-systems of the TMC and traffic network. Keep the work areas of the TMC clean and organized.

May occasionally conduct TMC tours for staff, media, Elected Officials, and others. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Engineer II: Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field of engineering. Three years of progressively responsible engineering experience.

A combination of experience and education may be considered. Engineer III: Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field of engineering. Five years of progressively responsible engineering experience.

A combination of experience and education may be considered. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check including fingerprinting through a national database. Registration in the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE / EIT) by the Colorado State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is preferred.

Valid State of Colorado Driver's License or ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire. Within one and one half years, the employee must be able to effectively apply the MUTCD, obtain certification as an IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician and/or ATSSA traffic control technician, and obtain the IMSA Transportation Center System Specialist Level I certification. Requires passing and maintaining the County's Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security & Awareness Training, which includes fingerprinting.

Additional Information For more information on job functions, requirements and to apply please visit: https://douglasco.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/3256?c=douglasco Douglas County offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including but not limited to: Medical/Dental/Vision. For a more detailed overview please view the full Employee Benefit Guide.

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