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$89k–$144k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 1d ago
Apply by Aug 24
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Signals Engineer will operate and manage district traffic signals, analyze traffic patterns, and adjust signal timings to mitigate congestion. They will also oversee system support contracts, manage engineering projects, and provide technical support during emergency operations.
Requirements
Candidates must have experience applying engineering principles and practices, specifically regarding traffic signal operations and timing optimization. Proficiency in federal and state transportation policies, technical communication, and project management is required.
Full job description
Operate and manage district traffic signals using traffic management system, applications and traffic engineering software. Analyze traffic patterns and adjust traffic signal timings to mitigate traffic congestion and address changing traffic patterns, special events, construction and maintenance, and emergency operations. Provide technical advice, guidance and training regarding assigned engineering program areas. Prepare analyses, reports, and recommendations based on engineering determinations. Provide engineering support and consultation related to engineering program area. Effectively manage assigned projects to ensure timely and accurate completion. Communicate with internal VDOT staff, local government staff, consultants, citizens and FHWA regarding transportation projects and programs.
How you will contribute:
Analysis and Technical Reporting: Analyze and interpret engineering data and information. Prepare complete, clear and concise reports and recommendations.
Communication: Establish an effective line of communication between VDOT, contractors, government agencies and the public. Investigate issues and resolve complaints.
Engineering Process Management: Use established VDOT policies and procedures in the development and delivery of engineering projects. Engineering projects are completed in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
Financial, Procurement, and Contract Management: Oversee system support contract pertaining to signal operations. Develop and manage tasks. Evaluate quality of deliverables. Approve invoices and ensure expenditures are within allocations. Identify user needs for system software and hardware. Procure software, hardware, equipment in compliance with procurement policies.
Incident and Emergency Response: Provide network and system operational support to staff during incidents, weather events and other emergency operations. Monitor signal operation status during emergency situations. Respond to complaints and malfunctions of system software database, hardware, network, telecommunication, and other components.
Manage Assigned Activities: Plan, schedule and coordinate engineering program activities such that deliverables are met within the established scope and timeline.
Operations Engineering and Decision Support: Support the development of policies and procedures that demonstrate proactive management of the arterial transportation network. Assist in the performance of in-house assessments and the development of alternatives for managing and coordinating traffic signal system operations, non-routine lane closures, special events and emergency evacuation strategies.
Project Engineering: Assist in the management of projects and tasks including development of and managing the scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, change management, quality, and status reports. Complete multiple concurrent tasks and assignments, and report updates on their status.
Special Assignments: Manage special program initiatives and projects as assigned. Serve and represent VDOT or assigned program area on various committees and work groups.
Teamwork and Customer Service: Demonstrates customer service and work habits that reflect the VDOT Values, and coordinates the flow of information both orally and in writing.
Technology Evaluation and Project Review: Support the implementation of new technology for signal system and advanced signal control strategies. Manage and oversee signal related projects and adaptive traffic control systems. Assist with development of signal specifications and reviews for compliance with standards and policies.
Traffic Signal Systems: Support and maintain traffic signal system, software applications and IT networks. Administer and maintain the reliability of the central operating system (MIST) for signal timing optimization. Coordinate with system support contractor. Install and configure new hardware and software and develop test plans. Maintain critical system availability and resolve component issues. Maintain inventory of signal system assets. Provide technical support to signal system users. Develop back-up plans for emergency conditions. Troubleshoot and identify solutions for network, operating systems and telecommunication devices.
What will make you successful:
Ability to apply engineering principles and practices.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups.
Ability to draw rational conclusions and develop solutions from analysis; make independent decisions; and manage multiple assignments.
Ability to enforce and demonstrate safety behaviors, as well as advocate and practice safety in everyday work activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to interpret technical data and prepare and maintain detailed reports.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with competing deadlines and limited resources.
Ability to negotiate outcomes and work with diverse customer groups.
Ability to provide detailed reports on review findings.
Ability to read and understand highway construction plans.
Knowledge engineering specifications and standards.
Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal policies and procedures relating to transportation engineering.
Knowledge of engineering principles and practices; transportation management related computer programming, microprocessor applicable to signalization.
Knowledge of federal and state policies and regulations relative to traffic control devices.
Knowledge of project management procedures and principles.
Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.
Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include MS Office, project management and engineering software programs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to effectively communicate technical information.
Experience applying engineering principles and practices.
Experience applying engineering principles and practices; transportation management related computer programming, microprocessor applicable to signalization.
Experience applying federal and state policies and regulations relative to traffic control devices.
Experience with traffic signal system operations and timing optimization.
Additional Considerations:
A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field desired.
Experience in traffic signal optimization and systems engineering.
Knowledge of MIST (signal system) as well as Insync, Next Generations Signal Controllers.
Click below to learn more about the Competency Model associated with this Position: Competency Model
VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:
Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
DMV Record Check
Work History Verification
References
Pre-employment physical
Drug screen
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Responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels to help Keep Virginia Moving.
Industry
Government Administration
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Founded
1906
Headquarters
Richmond, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
40,416
Total funding
$2M
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels. And, through the Commonwealth Transportation Board, it provides funding for airports, seaports, rail and public transportation.
Virginia has one of the largest state-maintained highway systems in the country, covering 57,867 miles of state-maintained roadways. Our mission is to plan, deliver, operate and maintain a transportation system that is safe, enables easy movement of people and goods, enhances the economy and improves our quality of life.
If you are a Transportation Innovator and change agent looking for a career that makes a positive and lasting impact on our community, we need you!
Offices: 1221 E Broad St, Richmond, Virginia 23219, US
TunnelsRoadway MaintenanceRoad Building - StatewideBridgesEngineeringConstructionFerriesCommunicationsProcurementEmergency Management
Responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels to help Keep Virginia Moving.
Industry
Government Administration
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Founded
1906
Headquarters
Richmond, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
40,416
Total funding
$2M
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels. And, through the Commonwealth Transportation Board, it provides funding for airports, seaports, rail and public transportation.
Virginia has one of the largest state-maintained highway systems in the country, covering 57,867 miles of state-maintained roadways. Our mission is to plan, deliver, operate and maintain a transportation system that is safe, enables easy movement of people and goods, enhances the economy and improves our quality of life.
If you are a Transportation Innovator and change agent looking for a career that makes a positive and lasting impact on our community, we need you!
Offices: 1221 E Broad St, Richmond, Virginia 23219, US
TunnelsRoadway MaintenanceRoad Building - StatewideBridgesEngineeringConstructionFerriesCommunicationsProcurementEmergency Management