Assistant Traffic Engineer

The Assistant Traffic Engineer performs technical civil engineering work for public infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to conducting traffic investigations and writing reports, performing and managing traffic operations studies, providing recommendations, and creating work orders for implementing solutions in conformance with the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MnMUTCD).

Employees regularly communicate and collaborate with consultants, designers, contractors, sub-contractors, property owners, utility companies, other departments, divisions and others involved in or affected by projects and are required to make independent decisions in resolving most problems but informing the supervisor of unusual or controversial problems. This position is directly involved with various departmental and divisional efforts and City endeavors in providing a safe and efficient transportation system.

Salary: The 2024 starting salary range is $79,171 - $93,142 per year, depending on qualifications with advancement to $116,429.

Education and Experience
A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field from an accredited four-year college or university and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in municipal engineering or related field.

Licenses and/or Certifications
Valid Driver's License
EIT/FE Certification
A Professional Engineer's license with the State of Minnesota within two years of hire.

Desirable Qualifications
Minnesota Professional Engineer License, or ability to obtain within six months.
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer Certification.
Experience using traffic simulation software such as Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM, or similar.