Civil Engineer-Traffic

County of San Diego, Department of Public works - Traffic engineering section

A Civil Engineer in the Traffic Engineering Section of the County of San Diego is responsible for designing, analyzing, and implementing traffic safety and mobility improvements throughout the County's unincorporated areas. Key duties include conducting comprehensive traffic studies and capacity analyses to evaluate intersection performance, roadway operations, and pedestrian/bicycle safety conditions. The position involves preparing engineering plans for traffic control devices including signals, signs, and striping, as well as responding to citizen requests and safety concerns by investigating traffic issues and recommending appropriate solutions. Additional responsibilities include coordinating with other County departments, utility companies, Caltrans and other local agencies, and maintaining accurate records and documentation while ensuring all work complies with applicable engineering standards, California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD), and County policies. The position requires strong analytical skills, the ability to manage and supervise subordinate staff, and the ability to communicate effectively with the public, elected officials, and interdisciplinary project teams.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate for Civil Engineer will possess the following experience, attributes, and traits:

  • Demonstrate proven professional level experience as a civil engineer

  • Demonstrate a high degree of motivation 

  • Demonstrate a strong willingness to continually learn and grow professionally

  • Maintain a professional perspective and objective demeanor when varied situations occur

  • Review and handle complex projects involving several functional groups

  • Communicate effectively in verbal and written form

  • Good listener

  • Learn and understand the perspectives of others, and embrace diversity and inclusiveness

  • Demonstrate good interpersonal and teamwork skills, including building relationships and collaborating with others in order to keep projects moving in a positive direction

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified applicants must possess registration by the State of California as a Professional Engineer.
Some positions in the Department of Public Works may require a Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD) and/or a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certificate as required by Order No. 2010-0014-DWQ within one year of appointment.
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