Senior Traffic Engineer

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Senior Traffic Engineer

Full Time Sandy Springs, GA, US 1 Attachments

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1567

Salary Range: $105,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping safer, smarter streets? The City of Sandy Springs is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to organize and direct our multimodal traffic engineering program. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of making our transportation systems efficient, safe, and forward-looking — from managing congestion and bottlenecks to driving our long-term goal of zero fatal and serious injury crashes by 2040 .

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee the City’s multimodal traffic engineering program, including safety and operational analyses.
• Manage roadway safety studies, intersection improvements, and traffic calming initiatives.
• Review and approve traffic engineering studies, control devices, temporary traffic control plans, and special permits.
• Develop and implement solutions to reduce congestion and enhance safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.
• Collaborate with City leadership, departments, and the community to ensure responsive, data-driven transportation solutions.
• Lead updates to traffic policies, standards, and enforcement tools to keep Sandy Springs moving safely.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with specialization in transportation/traffic (Master’s preferred).
• Seven (7) years of experience in traffic or transportation engineering (Master’s degree may substitute for two years).
• Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license required; PTOE and RSP certifications preferred.
• Strong background in traffic software (Synchro, VISSIM, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.) and project management.
• Proven ability to lead programs, manage projects, and communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Commitment to innovative, data-driven solutions and to staying current with industry best practices.

Perks & Benefits:

• Two competitive medical plan options for you and your family, along with dental and vision coverage
• 10 paid holidays per year, plus 1 floating holiday
• Accrued paid vacation and sick leave
• City-paid life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• A City-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A robust retirement savings program: the City contributes 12% of your base salary to a 401(a) plan and matches up to 5% of your contributions to a 457(b) plan
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year after one year of service toward a relevant degree
• Access to an on-site gym

About Sandy Springs:

Sandy Springs is Georgia’s sixteenth-largest city, with nearly 110,000 residents and a thriving business community. Known for its small-town charm, strong public safety, and exceptional quality of life, Sandy Springs consistently ranks among the best places to raise a family. As Georgia’s most diverse city, it offers top-rated schools, world-class healthcare, miles of parks and riverfront recreation, and a vibrant dining and retail scene—all just minutes from the heart of metro Atlanta.

Additional Information:

• Normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Rotational after-hours on-call support and emergency operations support required, including holidays and special events.
• Candidates chosen will be required to successfully pass a drug test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle check.

The City of Sandy Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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