Traffic Engineer 2/3/4

CLOSING DATE: March 12, 2026

PAY RANGE: $77,553 - $130,385/annually (depending on experience and qualifications) with starting wage not typically above the mid-point of the range.

SCHEDULE: Full Time (Mon. - Thurs. OR Mon. - Fri.)

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

BENEFITS SUMMARY: Full-time Benefits Summary July 2025-June 2026

Performs a variety of advanced level, professional and technical services as needed to assist in the study, design and coordination of transportation related projects, roads, private development and other assignments from the City Engineer or Assistant City Engineer, and may serve as an engineering project leader or manager.

• Conducts engineering evaluations and approves commercial and residential developments with a focus on traffic and pedestrian safety, as well as access management. Reviews and analyzes submitted traffic studies for proposed developments and provides recommendations for revisions.
• Assists in the preparation or amendment of transportation planning studies, roadway and intersection striping designs, stop and traffic signal warrants, and traffic signal design and coordination. May be required to assist with the signal timing and communications between City and UDOT-owned traffic signals.
• Manages operation of the Lehi Traffic Operation Center. Conducts and analyzes traffic counts using mobile radar and prepares comprehensive reports on volume, speed, and traffic patterns. Responsible for the coordination/management of the UPRR/UTA Railroad Quiet Zone within Salt Lake and Utah Counties.
• Serves as liaison with federal, state, county, school district and local jurisdictions; represents the city as staff to various commissions and task forces; prepares various reports, projections, and evaluations as required; provides input to the Development Review Committee (DRC), planning and zoning commission, city council, Police Department, the public and committees in a timely manner
• May assist in a variety of operations and activities undertaken by the engineering and public works divisions related to project design, management, roadway infrastructure analysis, project priorities, engineering reviews, preliminary and final design of utility systems and road projects.

May assist with various aspects of project management and scheduling including, but not limited to: insuring adherence with established standards and work plans, processes and procedures; preparation of change orders and monitoring of consultant activities and work to assure compliance with standards and contract specifications; conducts and coordinates projects inspections and assurance of timely project completion; performs work in coordination with federal, state, and county agencies related to various public works projects as may be required to meet applicable laws, codes, standards, and grant obligations.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Graduation from college with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field

AND

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience directly related to above duties in traffic engineering, one (1) year of which must have been as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Note:

• Traffic Engineer 2 classification requires a bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in traffic engineering, one (1) year of which must have been as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Traffic Engineer 3 classification requires a bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in traffic engineering, three (3) years of which must have been as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE). A Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification is preferred.
• Traffic Engineer 4 classification requires a bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in traffic engineering, five (5) years of which must have been as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE). A Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification is preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices related to transportation and traffic engineering, AASHTO, MUTCD, ITE Trip Generation, and ADA standards;
• Considerable knowledge of political, legal and governmental processes affecting various engineering programs and project management, software applications and basic programming related to specific engineering software; civil engineering methods, principles and practices; construction methods and materials common to public works projects; uniform building codes; planning and zoning codes, engineering standards and codes; technical and practical design of public works systems; interpersonal communication skills.
• Working knowledge, or ability to learn, various engineering and office software applications including computerized engineering systems and instruments (CAD), geographic information systems (GIS), AutoTURN, and related peripheral equipment. Operation of traffic simulation software including Synchro and VISSIM;
• Skill in organization, the art of diplomacy and cooperative problem solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; read and interpret plans and specifications; visualize completed projects in planning stages and estimate the end results; estimate quantity of materials accurately; develop and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, federal agencies, state agencies, local governments, subordinates, and the public.

Special Qualifications:

• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Utah.
• Must maintain a valid Utah Driver's License.