Traffic Engineer

Investigates and designs solutions for traffic issues; Acts as liaison between consultant engineers, contractors, and the City on construction projects; prepares and directs preparation of construction plans, specifications, and estimates on general and traffic related projects; performs field visits to monitor the performance of consultant engineer and/or contractor; reviews subdivision construction plans and contract documents for compliance with City standards; reviews commercial development construction plans and contract documents for compliance with City standards; consults with other divisions on traffic related items; plans, schedules, coordinates and conducts construction activities to conform with needs and budgetary constraints; responds to citizens' concerns regarding traffic and engineering related items; reviews traffic impact studies, temporary traffic control plans, and transportation-related aspects of special events and development projects; occasionally attends civic meetings and presents technical reports. 

Other Job Functions:  Performs other duties as assigned.  Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

This position requires 100% on-site work. May be exposed to changing weather and construction hazards during monitoring and inspection procedures; works outside in all types of weather; works in manholes and trenches/ditches; is exposed to constant and extreme noise, dust/mites, mechanical hazards, temperature swings, heights and cold weather; works in warehouse and storeroom.  Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Must be available to work overtime as needed.   Must be available to work extended hours as needed.  Position may be considered essential during emergency situations.

Knowledge:  Thorough knowledge of civil engineering (traffic and transportation related) and construction practices. 

Skills/Abilities:   Ability to recognize conditions likely to result in collapse or failure of facilities and structures that are completed or are under construction; ability to explain, interpret and enforce codes and regulations firmly, tactfully and impartially; ability to read, write and do simple mathematical calculations; ability to operate transit, level, calculator, mall, shovel and pick-up truck.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, contractors and the public.

Physical Requirements:  Constantly sees and uses a calculator; frequently kneels, sorts, stands, writes by hand, sits, walks, drives, performs data entry and uses a P.C., holds objects weighing up to 10 lbs., carries objects weighing up to 20 lbs.; infrequently  types, files, cleans, runs, twists body, squats, stoops, crawls, climbs, lifts objects weighing up to 20 lbs, pulls or pushes objects weighing up to 25 lbs., drags objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

Education/Experience:  Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in Civil Engineering and at least five (5) years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience with major emphasis in roadway traffic and transportation municipal drainage systems design. 

This position requires 100% on-site work. Texas Professional Engineering Registration required, registration in another state is acceptable, but must obtain Texas Professional Engineering Registration within first six months of employment.   Certification as a Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE), Professional Transportation Planner (PTP), or Road Safety Professional (RSP) is preferred.

Must possess a valid Class C driver’s license with a good driving record.  Other state valid Driver’s License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered.  Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  In addition, the City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.  To request reasonable accommodation or other assistance, contact Human Resources at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.

The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.