JOB POSTINGS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY

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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senior civil Engineer - Traffic

City of santee, engineering department

Under the general direction of the Principal Traffic Engineer, this mid-management, at-will classification performs professional level traffic engineering work involving the design, construction, operation and maintenance of traffic control equipment and facilities to ensure the safety of the motoring public; may provide supervisory activities such as assigning work, monitoring project progress and providing technical assistance; training and evaluating the performance of subordinate professional and technical staff; performs difficult and responsible engineering work; and performs other related duties as assigned. This class is distinguished from that of an Associate Traffic Engineer by the level of responsibility for managing highly visible and sensitive projects, operating with minimal oversight, and supervising subordinate staff, while managing multiple projects.

Representative Duties:

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

  • Designs, supervises and participates in the preparation of drawings, maps, grade sheets, profiles, plans and specifications related to a variety of traffic engineering projects;

  • Performs complex traffic studies;

  • Assists in establishing priority schedules;

  • Analyzes and implements traffic signal timing plans;

  • Analyzes accident history;

  • Conducts traffic condition and speed surveys, traffic counts and volume analyses, accident and parking surveys and intersection capacity analyses;

  • Prepares traffic signal, sign and striping and traffic control plans, work orders and cost estimates;

  • Manages overload, oversize and annual haul permit program;

  • Prepares and maintains logs, reports, records and schedules;

  • Evaluates the need and justification for traffic signals, stop signs and other traffic control devices; and

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Assitant Traffic Designer

Traffic Division, San diego office

Rick Engineering Company (RICK) is seeking a confident, entry level Traffic Designer to join our Traffic Division for our San Diego office.

If you are looking for a place to grow your career and make a difference – RICK is the place for you! As an Assistant Traffic Designer in San Diego, CA, you will have an opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team on meaningful, landmark projects in the San Diego region. As a RICK team member, you will help clients and communities turn their dreams into reality. You will learn from and work alongside industry-leading experts and together shape the future of tomorrow.

Qualifications:

Qualified candidate will have BSCE (preferred) or equivalent work experience of four years in traffic engineering. Completed coursework in the following areas is desired:

Transportation and traffic engineering/planning.

CADD and traffic analysis software experience a plus.

A good driving record is a must.

What We Offer:

·        Alternative Work Schedule

·        Generous Benefits Package

·        Holiday Parties, Team Building Activities and Events

·        Medical, Dental, Vision, Profit Sharing, 401K, Life & Disability Ins., & Personal Leave

At RICK you will find an abundance of opportunities for mentorship, growth, and (of course) fun! Learn more by visiting www.rickengineering.com

RICK Engineering Company (RICK) is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

RICK employees are protected by laws designed to protect employees from discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs. RICK employees are also protected against retaliation if they engage in a protected activity, whistleblowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law. (Req #CA-1155)

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