TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER III
Maryland Aviation Administration, Baltimore, MD, United States
Transportation Engineer III
State Highway Administration (SHA) – Office of Traffic and Safety (OOTS), Anne Arundel County.
Nature of Work
This journey‑level Transportation Engineer III works on the Signal System Operations Team within the Traffic Development and Support Division. Responsibilities include traffic signal timing reviews, operational analyses, and use of industry‑standard traffic analysis and simulation software to evaluate and improve signal system performance. The engineer supports OOTS and SHA District Traffic Offices by providing technical analysis, recommendations related to traffic signal operations, timing modifications, active performance monitoring, and implementation of Adaptive Traffic Signal Control Technology (ASCT). Coordination with consultants, signal technicians, and other SHA divisions, response to operational concerns and citizen complaints, and preparation of technical documentation and recommendations for supervisory review are also performed.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
Two years experience in professional engineering, including at least one year in traffic signal timing and operations.
Additional work experience in professional engineering, or technical engineering at the journey level or above, may substitute experience for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.
Possession of a Master’s degree in engineering may substitute for one year of required experience.
Persons currently registered as Professional Engineers in Maryland, or in a comparable state, satisfy the education requirement.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing or reviewing traffic signal timing plans using software such as SYNCHRO, VISSIM, or similar tools.
Experience analyzing traffic signal performance measures (SPMs) or signal analytics data to evaluate corridor performance.
Experience conducting traffic operational studies or signal retiming projects.
Experience evaluating or supporting Adaptive Signal Control Technology (ASCT) or other intelligent transportation systems.
Experience coordinating with district traffic offices, signal technicians, consultants, or local agencies on signal timing or operational issues.
Knowledge of MDOT SHA policies, FHWA guidance, MUTCD/MdMUTCD, AASHTO, and ITE practices related to traffic signal operations.
Experience conducting field reviews of signalized intersections and corridor operations.
Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.
Driver’s license valid in the state of Maryland is required.
Benefits
MDOT offers a competitive benefits package, including health and leave benefits, a 401(k) plan, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. Appropriate auxiliary aid and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request.
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State Highway Administration (SHA) – Office of Traffic and Safety (OOTS), Anne Arundel County.
Nature of Work
This journey‑level Transportation Engineer III works on the Signal System Operations Team within the Traffic Development and Support Division. Responsibilities include traffic signal timing reviews, operational analyses, and use of industry‑standard traffic analysis and simulation software to evaluate and improve signal system performance. The engineer supports OOTS and SHA District Traffic Offices by providing technical analysis, recommendations related to traffic signal operations, timing modifications, active performance monitoring, and implementation of Adaptive Traffic Signal Control Technology (ASCT). Coordination with consultants, signal technicians, and other SHA divisions, response to operational concerns and citizen complaints, and preparation of technical documentation and recommendations for supervisory review are also performed.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
Two years experience in professional engineering, including at least one year in traffic signal timing and operations.
Additional work experience in professional engineering, or technical engineering at the journey level or above, may substitute experience for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.
Possession of a Master’s degree in engineering may substitute for one year of required experience.
Persons currently registered as Professional Engineers in Maryland, or in a comparable state, satisfy the education requirement.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing or reviewing traffic signal timing plans using software such as SYNCHRO, VISSIM, or similar tools.
Experience analyzing traffic signal performance measures (SPMs) or signal analytics data to evaluate corridor performance.
Experience conducting traffic operational studies or signal retiming projects.
Experience evaluating or supporting Adaptive Signal Control Technology (ASCT) or other intelligent transportation systems.
Experience coordinating with district traffic offices, signal technicians, consultants, or local agencies on signal timing or operational issues.
Knowledge of MDOT SHA policies, FHWA guidance, MUTCD/MdMUTCD, AASHTO, and ITE practices related to traffic signal operations.
Experience conducting field reviews of signalized intersections and corridor operations.
Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.
Driver’s license valid in the state of Maryland is required.
Benefits
MDOT offers a competitive benefits package, including health and leave benefits, a 401(k) plan, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. Appropriate auxiliary aid and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request.
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