Traffic Design and Safety Engineer; Civil Engineer

Traffic Design and Safety Engineer (Civil Engineer I) – 260004KC Position Summary

Do you want to use your engineering skills to make a difference in the Commonwealth? Civil, mechanical and environmental engineers who have a passion for transportation are needed for numerous entry‑level positions throughout the organization. At MassDOT we have positions that require candidates to be on construction sites and others that are in an office setting.

Our entry‑level Civil Engineers perform a variety of tasks including preparing and/or reviewing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for MassDOT projects; preparing and/or reviewing reports, studies and analyzing data; performing calculations relating to engineering problems; and performing engineering surveys.

• Provide technical support during the review of traffic engineering plans, designs, specifications, and cost estimates throughout the design process for MassDOT projects, highway access permits, and mitigation programs for private developments.
• Provide technical support during the design and review of traffic signal plans, signal timing and coordination plans, pavement markings, signs, and traffic management plans for all traffic‑related activities.
• Assist the Design & Safety unit with the Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) process during preliminary design phases.
• Investigate traffic design & safety related requests/concerns, including truck exclusions, speed zoning, sight distance measurements, sign and pavement marking inventories, and other requests from state representatives, senators, town officials, and private citizens.
• Provide technical support during traffic signal inspections to ensure proper operation and compliance with contract documents and accepted standards.
• Support the Traffic Operations & Maintenance unit with the review of traffic management plans and shop drawings for signal equipment, mast arms, span wires, etc., for annual maintenance contracts and/or construction projects.
• Conduct field reviews of traffic signals, guide signs, and pavement markings to ensure compliance with MassDOT and MUTCD standards and recommend improvements.
• Perform traffic engineering analyses.
• Prepare work orders for the installation of highway signage.
• Support the Traffic Design & Safety unit in the review and application of MassDOT’s Supplemental Sign Program.
• Work with Traffic Design & Safety staff to support other district sections and headquarters traffic & safety in addressing transportation project challenges and facilitating solutions.
• Attend meetings with various internal and external stakeholders and prepare meeting minutes and summaries.

• Proficiency in various civil engineering software (AutoCAD, GIS, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to work and interact in a diverse workforce.
• Excellent grasp of engineering fundamentals.

This position is eligible for a five‑thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired rent MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck and $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

Applicants must have at least two years of full‑time (or equivalent part‑time) technical or professional experience in civil engineering work in areas such as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils, and materials.

• An associate’s degree with a major in civil engineering or civil engineering technology may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.
• A bachelor’s or higher degree with a major in civil engineering or civil engineering technology may be substituted for the required experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License may be required.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self‑select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements.

We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.