Veteran Intern (Trades Helper) - TSMO Traffic Signals - Bureau of Field Services
State of Michigan
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Senior Assistant Traffic Engineer
City of Detroit
Dept of Public Works
Location
Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Salary
$68,251 - $92,180
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 21, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This role involves investigating traffic issues in urban areas, analyzing data to improve flow and safety, and recommending designs for traffic signals and structures while sometimes leading a small team.
It's ideal for someone with a background in engineering who enjoys problem-solving in city environments and has experience handling traffic data and projects.
Good fits are detail-oriented professionals who can communicate ideas clearly and work both in offices and outdoors.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in traffic engineering, traffic planning, or a related field
- Three years of experience in urban traffic controls, including statistical analysis and reporting of traffic data
- One year of supervisory experience preferred
- Valid State of Michigan Operator's License required
- Knowledge of traffic engineering principles, standards, and statistical practices
- Proficiency in CADD, personal computers, and traffic software like Synchro, SimTraffic, or HCS
- Ability to analyze traffic problems, supervise staff, and communicate effectively
Full Job Description
Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the field of traffic engineering; and investigates and analyzes traffic and/or transportation problems.Requirements
1. Investigates, collects and analyzes data on traffice condidtions especially as they relate to traffic flows.2. Performs design studies and analyses of traffic problems related to the design and positioning of traffice structures and accessories.
3. Examines alternative traffic control devices for effectiveness and makes recommendations on the selection and layout of selected equipment.
4. Directs the preparation of maps and layouts of proposed traffice structures with indications as to their general characteristics.
5. Assigns and outlines detail work to subordinates, instructs them on objectives and procedures, and reviews their work during process and upon completion.
6. May supervise Assistant Engineers and other technical staff members.
7. Devises standard methods and forms for collection and presentation of traffic data.
8. Develops traffic survey techniques.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a traffic engineering or traffic planning related field.Three years of experience in traffic controls in urban areas and statistical analysis and reporting of traffic data.
One year of supervisory experience preferred.
Additional Information
Evaluation Plan
- Interview: 70%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
- Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point
LDR: 01/20/2025
Licensing and Certifications
Valid State of Michigan Operator License required. Employees in this class will be required to provide and operate a motor vehicle on a reimbursed mileage basis.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:Principles and methods of traffic engineering design and construction.
Standards and practices of traffice engineering.
Statistical principles and practices as applied to engineering data.
Problems of traffic control and the principles, methods and equipment involved in their solution.
Computerized design and drafting tools.
Skill In:
Use of personal computers and computer aided drafting and design (CADD) equipment.
Use of standard engineering and specialized traffic engineering application software, such as Synchro, Sim Traffic, HCS, etc.
Use of common office and project management software.
Ability to:
Analyze problems related to traffic engineering design and structures.
Plan and supervise work related to the design, selection and placement of traffic structures and appurtenances.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Interact with vendors, contractors, consultants, developers, subordinates and peers in a tactful and effective manner.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Work is performed in a variety of shop, plant, field and office locations, sometimes involves exposure to seasonal weather conditions.Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes