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Traffic Signal Operations Engineer
Government Jobs, Issaquah, Washington, United States, 98027
Traffic Signal Operations Engineer
Our team is seeking a Traffic Signal Operations Engineer who will help make getting around town easier for people who live, work, and play in Issaquah. This position is responsible for the engineering operation of the City's 53 traffic signals and implementing the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Plan. The ITS Plan has a mission to improve the safety, health, security, and movement of goods, people, and services for all modes of the transportation network by using advanced technologies, establishing agency coordination, maximizing existing system capacity and infrastructure, and providing real-time traveler information. Our traffic signal operations engineer provides advanced professional engineering services and serves as the key engineer responsible for the planning, design, enhancement, installation and operation of the City's traffic signals, signal timing plans, Intelligent Transportation System(s) and street lighting system. The work includes review and approval of private developers' street lighting, traffic signals and control plans and supervision of all facets of related and varied public works projects. Such a position ensures that City's traffic signal, traffic control and lighting equipment and systems comply with federal, state, local and City regulations and codes and ensures that standards and contractual provisions of the projects are met. This position requires someone who can work effectively independently on both technical and strategic tasks, someone who can collaborate effectively with teammates and someone who can communicate effectively with diverse audiences. In addition to a competitive salary and excellent remote/hybrid work options, the City offers the following: Excellent low- and high-deductible medical plan options, free for you and low cost to add your whole family. Employer HSA contributions (with high-deductible medical plan): $3350 individual/$6650 family. 100% employer paid dental and vision. Generous vacation and sick time, plus 40 hours of management leave yearly and 14 paid holidays. Participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) with employer contribution. $200/month match into a 457b deferred compensation account. Hybrid work option - generous minimum of 2 days in office per week after initial training period. And more! The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our city operations. Essential Functions
Oversees the implementation of the City's ITS Plan Develops, implements and periodically reviews signal timing plans. Plans for, and implements, improvements to signal operations. This includes changes to signal phasing and lane configurations. Coordinates the development of traffic signal timing plans with Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and other jurisdictions. Coordinates the design and implementation of modifications to traffic signals, street lighting, and intersection upgrades. Operates ITS functions such as incident management, video surveillance cameras, monitoring incidents, dynamic message signing, data collection and other ITS features. Provides support for development review regarding impacts caused by major new projects. Evaluates and responds to traffic requests in SeeClickFix. Evaluates traffic accidents at signals to determine the need for and nature of useful changes to the current signal timing, phasing or operations. Evaluates traffic volumes and participates in the determination of when traffic signals are warranted. Reviews and approves traffic control plans for work conducted in the right of way by contractors. Manages, reviews, and maintains the collection of traffic data including vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle, and turning movement counts and speed data. Provides information and responds to inquiries from contractors, property owners, City staff, and the general public regarding assigned projects. Coordinates with other City Departments and private utilities to reduce the number of areas where trees affect lighting and visibility of traffic signals. Provides support to review, study, and analysis the traffic portions of SEPA submitted by development for impact on community and compliance with local ordinances. Provides technical support and serves as liaison with professional engineers, architects, developers, government officials and the general public to present and explain technical design or operations, features, project priorities, development requirements of specialized projects. Attends various committees, public meetings and formal public hearings on proposed projects. Prepares maps, exhibits, drawings, charts and graphs and provides technical testimony as required to obtain program support and approval. Monitors consultant and grant contracts for projects and coordinates the work of consultants with department staff. Assists in formulating City responses to issues raised by the development and implementation of a traffic signal, illumination, and related topics. Develops and maintains a database of engineering information related to traffic signal, lighting and related plans, specifications, and development. Prepares related summary reports. May provide the initial review of the design and drafting work of other engineers as it relates to traffic signal and traffic signal operations. Prepares specifications for structures or projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. Five or more years of experience in civil engineering, including three years of project administration and management responsibilities. Professional Engineer's license required; if PE license is from another state, ability to obtain Washington PE license within 6 months of hire. Valid WA State driver's license and a driving record that meets City standards. Or any combination of training and experience that would provide the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Thorough knowledge of professional civil engineering principles, practices, methods and standards with a special focus on traffic signal operations. Thorough knowledge of engineering design principles required in planning construction projects. Thorough knowledge of professional transportation planning and traffic engineering principles, practices, methods and standards. Thorough knowledge of suitable computer applications to transportation and traffic engineering projects. Thorough knowledge various traffic signal controller equipment and operation functions of each module Thorough knowledge of construction and zoning standards and regulations particularly as they apply to traffic signal and lighting systems. Thorough knowledge of the current literature, trends and developments in the engineering facets of traffic signal and lighting systems. Thorough knowledge of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Knowledge of maps, deeds, plats, and plans. Demonstrated ability to direct and inspect the work of consultants and contractors on specialized traffic and lighting engineering projects and to obtain adherence to plans and specifications. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals, government officials, developers, contractors and public groups regarding complex, technical and/or controversial public policy issues or regulations. Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate plans, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports and to make accurate engineering computations and drawings. Ability to maintain a variety of technical records and adapt records systems for computerization. Ability to make accurate engineering computations and drawings. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, consultants and contractors, and the general public. Demonstrated ability to sense particularly delicate and important community and other political sensitivities, issues, interests and concerns.
Our team is seeking a Traffic Signal Operations Engineer who will help make getting around town easier for people who live, work, and play in Issaquah. This position is responsible for the engineering operation of the City's 53 traffic signals and implementing the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Plan. The ITS Plan has a mission to improve the safety, health, security, and movement of goods, people, and services for all modes of the transportation network by using advanced technologies, establishing agency coordination, maximizing existing system capacity and infrastructure, and providing real-time traveler information. Our traffic signal operations engineer provides advanced professional engineering services and serves as the key engineer responsible for the planning, design, enhancement, installation and operation of the City's traffic signals, signal timing plans, Intelligent Transportation System(s) and street lighting system. The work includes review and approval of private developers' street lighting, traffic signals and control plans and supervision of all facets of related and varied public works projects. Such a position ensures that City's traffic signal, traffic control and lighting equipment and systems comply with federal, state, local and City regulations and codes and ensures that standards and contractual provisions of the projects are met. This position requires someone who can work effectively independently on both technical and strategic tasks, someone who can collaborate effectively with teammates and someone who can communicate effectively with diverse audiences. In addition to a competitive salary and excellent remote/hybrid work options, the City offers the following: Excellent low- and high-deductible medical plan options, free for you and low cost to add your whole family. Employer HSA contributions (with high-deductible medical plan): $3350 individual/$6650 family. 100% employer paid dental and vision. Generous vacation and sick time, plus 40 hours of management leave yearly and 14 paid holidays. Participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) with employer contribution. $200/month match into a 457b deferred compensation account. Hybrid work option - generous minimum of 2 days in office per week after initial training period. And more! The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our city operations. Essential Functions
Oversees the implementation of the City's ITS Plan Develops, implements and periodically reviews signal timing plans. Plans for, and implements, improvements to signal operations. This includes changes to signal phasing and lane configurations. Coordinates the development of traffic signal timing plans with Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and other jurisdictions. Coordinates the design and implementation of modifications to traffic signals, street lighting, and intersection upgrades. Operates ITS functions such as incident management, video surveillance cameras, monitoring incidents, dynamic message signing, data collection and other ITS features. Provides support for development review regarding impacts caused by major new projects. Evaluates and responds to traffic requests in SeeClickFix. Evaluates traffic accidents at signals to determine the need for and nature of useful changes to the current signal timing, phasing or operations. Evaluates traffic volumes and participates in the determination of when traffic signals are warranted. Reviews and approves traffic control plans for work conducted in the right of way by contractors. Manages, reviews, and maintains the collection of traffic data including vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle, and turning movement counts and speed data. Provides information and responds to inquiries from contractors, property owners, City staff, and the general public regarding assigned projects. Coordinates with other City Departments and private utilities to reduce the number of areas where trees affect lighting and visibility of traffic signals. Provides support to review, study, and analysis the traffic portions of SEPA submitted by development for impact on community and compliance with local ordinances. Provides technical support and serves as liaison with professional engineers, architects, developers, government officials and the general public to present and explain technical design or operations, features, project priorities, development requirements of specialized projects. Attends various committees, public meetings and formal public hearings on proposed projects. Prepares maps, exhibits, drawings, charts and graphs and provides technical testimony as required to obtain program support and approval. Monitors consultant and grant contracts for projects and coordinates the work of consultants with department staff. Assists in formulating City responses to issues raised by the development and implementation of a traffic signal, illumination, and related topics. Develops and maintains a database of engineering information related to traffic signal, lighting and related plans, specifications, and development. Prepares related summary reports. May provide the initial review of the design and drafting work of other engineers as it relates to traffic signal and traffic signal operations. Prepares specifications for structures or projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. Five or more years of experience in civil engineering, including three years of project administration and management responsibilities. Professional Engineer's license required; if PE license is from another state, ability to obtain Washington PE license within 6 months of hire. Valid WA State driver's license and a driving record that meets City standards. Or any combination of training and experience that would provide the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Thorough knowledge of professional civil engineering principles, practices, methods and standards with a special focus on traffic signal operations. Thorough knowledge of engineering design principles required in planning construction projects. Thorough knowledge of professional transportation planning and traffic engineering principles, practices, methods and standards. Thorough knowledge of suitable computer applications to transportation and traffic engineering projects. Thorough knowledge various traffic signal controller equipment and operation functions of each module Thorough knowledge of construction and zoning standards and regulations particularly as they apply to traffic signal and lighting systems. Thorough knowledge of the current literature, trends and developments in the engineering facets of traffic signal and lighting systems. Thorough knowledge of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Knowledge of maps, deeds, plats, and plans. Demonstrated ability to direct and inspect the work of consultants and contractors on specialized traffic and lighting engineering projects and to obtain adherence to plans and specifications. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals, government officials, developers, contractors and public groups regarding complex, technical and/or controversial public policy issues or regulations. Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate plans, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports and to make accurate engineering computations and drawings. Ability to maintain a variety of technical records and adapt records systems for computerization. Ability to make accurate engineering computations and drawings. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, consultants and contractors, and the general public. Demonstrated ability to sense particularly delicate and important community and other political sensitivities, issues, interests and concerns.