Traffic Engineer

About the Role

Join one of the most diverse and innovative engineering design teams with multiple specialties within the transportation sector. The Port Authority’s airports, ports, ferries, tunnels, bridges, bus terminals and rail transportation systems are important transportation links in the region. The Traffic Engineering unit within the Engineering/Architecture Design Division serves a unique role within the Port Authority by providing engineering planning, operation and design services throughout the Agency with close coordination with external stakeholders, including Federal, State and local transportation and regulatory agencies.

This is a full‑time position with an expectation of being in the office at least four days per week.

• Prepare contract drawings, technical specifications and cost estimates; prepare Traffic Management plans and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) documents; audit traffic engineering design documents prepared by consultants.
• Apply knowledge of traffic design concepts related to facilities design, updating of ITS and traffic signal systems, facility signing systems and roadway striping plans.
• Apply knowledge of traffic operations concepts related to traffic control devices, traffic signal systems, temporary traffic control zones, access management, transportation systems management, traffic ITS, and roadway inventory data/asset management to evaluate traffic operations, capacity, control, and guidance issues and design appropriate countermeasures.
• Apply knowledge of transportation planning concepts related to data collection, capacity analysis, geometric design, traffic forecasting, traffic modeling and simulation, and trip assignment to prepare and/or review planning studies, reports, and functional design plans.
• Apply knowledge of traffic safety concepts related to crash site analysis, crash data analysis, road safety auditing, speed management, countermeasure development, and evaluation of countermeasure effectiveness to prepare and/or review safety studies, reports, and conceptual design sketches.
• Develop, review, and/or manage traffic‑related scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for traffic operational assignments.
• Develop and maintain records of all project agreements, finances, reports, and documents.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Transportation Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum four years of experience in the Traffic Engineering field with relevant experience performing traffic planning studies and simulation; geometric design; traffic safety studies; ITS system planning and design; signal operations, sign systems, roadside safety features, and pavement marking design; and preparation of contract drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Proficiency and effectiveness in written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Valid Driver’s License.

• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) Certificate.
• Working knowledge of guidelines and standards such as MUTCD and AASHTO.
• Experience with traffic analysis software, CAD, GIS, and databases.

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

Interested candidates should apply to this job by clicking on the “Apply Now” button and submitting a resume. The Port Authority of NY & NJ welcomes veteran and military spouse applications. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Minimum: $93,340 Midpoint: $121,356 Maximum: $149,370. In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week, subject to…