Traffic Studies Engineer; Civil Engineer; Transportation

Traffic Studies Engineer (Civil Engineer (Transportation))

Apply for the Traffic Studies Engineer (Civil Engineer (Transportation)) position at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Are you eager to take on a thrilling role that allows you to demonstrate your engineering expertise while making a significant impact within the Commonwealth? We are on the lookout for a talented Civil Engineer specializing in Transportation to become a part of PennDOT District 6-0. In this position, you will have the opportunity to apply your engineering knowledge and skills to navigate and manage intricate projects that are essential to our transportation infrastructure.

If you possess a strong work ethic, a positive mindset, and a keen eye for detail, this could be the ideal career opportunity you have been searching for. Seize the chance to make a meaningful contribution to the field of transportation engineering—apply today and embark on your journey with PennDOT!

In this role, you will serve as a direct aide to the Traffic Studies Supervisor, focusing on the execution and evaluation of various engineering recommendations derived from comprehensive traffic studies. Your responsibilities will include:

• Analyzing factors related to speed limits, the implementation of multi-way stops, and the enforcement of turn and truck restrictions.
• Establishing one-way and two-way street configurations.
• Conducting studies on passing zones and truck climbing lanes.
• Assessing intersection and stopping sight distances.
• Identifying hazardous walking routes and performing mid‑block cross‑walk studies.
• Carrying out other investigations aimed at enhancing operational safety.

Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full‑time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday‑Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home part‑time, up to 5 days per pay period, provided you have a secure high‑speed internet connection and an approved Pennsylvania location. If teleworking is not possible, you have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia. Telework availability may change.
• Salary:
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title), or
• Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, an engineer‑in‑training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related discipline, or
• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty and an Engineer‑in‑Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board, or
• One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related discipline.

• This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application.
• If you are claiming education in your answers to supplemental application questions, attach a copy of your college transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).
• Submit your application by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. § 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local…