Traffic Engineer

Low End : $70,000.00 / yr

Avg / Med : $100,000.00 / yr

High End : $150,000.00 / yr

Education Required

Bachelor’s Degree

Professional Engineer license

Job Outlook

The demand for Traffic Engineers is expected to grow in Canada and the US in more densely populated areas, such as California, Texas, and Ontario, which involve lots of travel by road.

Traffic engineers design transportation systems on the ground and evaluate the flow or capacity of traffic on a road. They also identify signage needs on the road, working collaboratively on construction projects to reduce the effect of traffic on existing roads. They use physical tools and digital simulations to study traffic and find ways to fix problems like jams and crashes.

Evaluating and providing feedback on transportation infrastructure designs to ensure they meet required safety and engineering standards.

Transportation Studies and Planning

Contributing to and reviewing various transportation studies, including traffic, transit, and environmental assessments, to inform project development.

Traffic Management and Construction Coordination

Overseeing traffic management plans during construction, coordinating road closures, and ensuring safe pedestrian and vehicle movement.

Traffic Signal and System Optimization

Reviewing and modifying traffic signal timing and coordinating the installation of new traffic signals and related systems.

Public Communication and Problem Solving

Addressing public inquiries and complaints, developing innovative solutions to transportation challenges, and representing the division in public forums.

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