Senior Traffic Operations Engineer – Professional Engineer

Trilon Group

Senior Traffic Operations Engineer leading projects focused on traffic operations and technology. Ensuring effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for safe transportation solutions.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeMeridian • Idaho • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in traffic operations analysis, including capacity analysis and signal timing strategy, while effectively leading technical teams and managing project deliverables. Proficient in traffic simulation and modeling tools to enhance system performance and ensure compliance with relevant standards.

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Traffic Operations AnalysisTraffic Simulation and ModelingProfessional Engineering (PE) LicensePTOE CertificationSignal Timing Strategy

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Hard Skills

Traffic OperationsCapacity AnalysisSignal Timing DocumentationTraffic Studies PreparationSignal Coordination PlansITS ImplementationOperational Performance EvaluationProject ManagementTechnical Report WritingTraffic Engineering

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailClient Focused MindsetMentoring and Leadership

Tools & Technologies

SynchroSimTrafficVistroVissimAimsun

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering (PE) LicensePTOE Certification

Industry Keywords

MUTCDAASHTOITD StandardsISPWC StandardsLocal Agency StandardsTraffic OperationsCorridor Performance EvaluationFederal GuidelinesState GuidelinesRegional Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead traffic operations analysis and studies for corridors, networks, and complex intersections, including capacity analysis, signal timing strategy, and operational performance evaluations
Perform traffic simulation and modeling using tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, Vistro, Vissim, or Aimsun to evaluate and improve system performance
Serve as technical lead on mid to large scale traffic operations tasks, ensuring quality control and alignment with MUTCD, AASHTO, ITD, and applicable local agency standards
Prepare traffic studies, technical reports, signal timing documentation, and operational recommendations from project kickoff through implementation
Support planning, design, and implementation of operational improvements in coordination with design and ITS teams
Coordinate and lead meetings with clients, including ITD, LHTAC, ACHD, and local municipalities such as Boise, Nampa, Caldwell, and other Treasure Valley agencies
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, technicians, and support staff to deliver successful transportation projects
Manage assignments, workloads, and training or mentoring of traffic operations staff
Coordinate with other managers and discipline leads to share resources and align project efforts
Support business development, client relationships, and long-term program delivery when applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university
Professional Engineering (PE) license required, with ability to obtain Idaho PE within a reasonable timeframe if not currently licensed in Idaho
PTOE (Professional Traffic Operations Engineer) certification preferred
10+ years of experience in traffic engineering with a strong emphasis on operations and analysis
Strong background in traffic operations, corridor performance evaluation, and signal timing strategy
Experience with traffic simulation and modeling tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, Vistro, Vissim, or Aimsun
Experience developing signal timing and coordination plans; ITS or signal system implementation experience is a plus
Working knowledge of ITD and or ISPWC standards and operational practices
Familiarity with local, regional, state, and federal guidelines and operational criteria
Experience leading technical teams and mentoring engineers
Established relationships with ITD, ACHD, LHTAC, or local agencies preferred
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budgets
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and client focused mindset
Desire to grow professionally and help build and strengthen the traffic operations team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Generous paid time off
401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
Professional development opportunities including in-house training
Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure