Professional Engineer I - Traffic Signals & Operations ...

Professional Engineer I - Traffic Signals & Operations - Metro Denver Print ( Apply ufeff Professional Engineer I - Traffic Signals & Operations - Metro Denver Salary $92,508.00 - $101,748.00 Annually Location Denver, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number HAA-50003768-11/25 Department Department of Transportation Division CDOT Region 1 Opening Date 11/10/2025 Closing Date 11/24/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 2829 W Howard Pl, Denver, CO 80204, USA FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Type of Announcement A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. Hiring Pay Rate The 2024 Step Pay Program may increase the salary range for employees with time in the class series. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information This position is open to Colorado residents and non-residents applicants. New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. About CDOT Do you want to make a difference in Coloradansu2019 lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you will have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page ( to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future Also, check out our excellent benefits ( package The range for this position is $92,508.00 - $101,748.00 with an expected starting salary of $101,748 annually CDOT for All CDOTu2019s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive. Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program . For more information, go to #LI-POST Description of Job About the Position: The Professional Engineer I is a licensed position located in the Traffic & Safety, Design and Operations Unit of Region 1 for the Colorado Department of Transportation. This position is responsible for providing guidance in the traffic signal timing engineering components of the Region and local agency projects, and engineering guidance in the operation of the Region's highway the developmental process of transportation projects. This position applies engineering theories, principles, and standards to the design and preparation of plans and specifications for transportation projects, and acts as the CDOT engineer of record and stamps plans in accordance with the regulations governing their engineering license. This position interacts with others within CDOT in the areas of traffic studies, safety investigations, corridor signal timing and optimization, ramp metering operation, travel time studies, signal warrant studies, incident management, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) applications. This includes oversight of lower-level engineering positions for conformance to agency policy and procedural directives. Major duties and responsibilitiesinclude, but are not limited to: Design Engineering: + Utilize professional engineering license to apply current engineering principles and theories, design specifications, and federal, state, and local design standards to develop plan sets and specifications for traffic engineering projects and traffic engineering portions of other Region projects. These projects may consist of traffic signal timing and operations, roundabout geometry, traffic control, signing, pavement, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and detour routes. + Request field survey, environmental study, traffic data, right-of-way information, hydrology/hydrology design, structural design, utility locations/relocations, and other information as required. + Organize and participate in scoping meetings, Field Inspection Review (FIR), and Field Office Review (FOR) meetings; work with Environmental, Traffic, Bridge, Survey, Utility, Right Of Way (ROW), local stakeholders, and other specialty units to clear the project before advertisement. + Assist the Region Traffic Operations unit in the development of ITS, Safety, and Operations Assessment reports and verify they are implemented in Region projects. + Evaluate proposed designs and determine changes regarding a project to improve serviceability, safety, maintenance, and affordability. + Prepare and review plans, making decisions regarding layouts, alignments, standard designs, tabulations, specifications, quantities, acquisitions, and clearances, etc., and prepare bid packages. + Oversee the local agency projects and ensure engineering principles and standards are correctly applied, and follow all federal and state regulations and processes. + Utilize the Professional Engineer's experience and judgment to approve designs for assigned projects and to stamp the engineering plans. Traffic Analysis, Safety Investigations, and Traffic Impact Report Review: + Investigate roadway safety, conduct traffic accident analysis, analyze signal timing, and pedestrian/bicycle safety concerns. + Utilize professional engineering knowledge to evaluate safety concerns and design alternatives. + Work with the Traffic & Safety Resident Engineer to identify potential funding sources to cover the cost of implementing alternative solutions into design/construction projects with budgetary constraints. + Coordinate with the Traffic & Safety Resident Engineer to incorporate alternative solutions into identified design/construction projects that would require traffic signal timing and Operations. + Work with Access Manager, as needed, on review of traffic impact studies. Provide input on noted deficiencies and/or alternative solutions. + Assist the Region Traffic Operations unit in reviewing traffic impact reports submitted by developers for the Access Unit. + Provide guidance and expert advice to Region Design Resident Engineers regarding various traffic engineering design components. This includes offering insights on optimal signal timing strategies and addressing the requirements for comprehensive traffic modeling to enhance overall traffic flow and safety. + Review traffic modeling submittals for accuracy and conformance with current guidance. Consultant & Project Management: + Manage the work of consultants and local agencies to accomplish project completions. This includes prioritizing assignments required by the contract. + Inspect work performed by the contractor to ensure compliance with the standards and specifications for the particular project. + Responsible for the work hour estimates for task order preparation, approval, and processing of consultant billings, and review of consultant deliverables. + Rate and review consultant projects and review consultant and contractor compliance with federally mandated programs and state requirements (i.e. EEO, AA, Davis-Bacon, OSHA. ADA, local ordinances, etc.). + Use guidelines as appropriate to provide correct pay items and other project budgetary information. + Prepare, distribute, and organize all plan documents and bid packages so they are disseminated properly, filed appropriately, and completely as required. + Serve as a CDOT representative and provide expertise in meetings with the public, local/state entities, businesses, railroads, special interest groups, and utilities. + Communicate with personnel in HQ and other Region offices to exchange information, and to request information regarding project development and design (i.e. Survey, Bridge, Environmental, Right-of-Way, Hydraulic, Traffic, and Maintenance). + Provide direction and resolve conflicting alternatives requested by specialty units. + Perform project scheduling and coordinate multiple project efforts to meet advertisement dates, and direct personnel and residency efforts to make the various schedules and budgets work. + Train and mentor less experienced project staff, as well as train consultants on-site as needed. Customer Service: + Receive, investigate, and respond to citizen concerns regarding traffic operations and safety, signing, pavement markings, traffic signals, and ramp metering. + Analyze the feasibility of citizens' complaints and/or suggestions to determine if they are valid and warrant further action. + Support the R1 maintenance teams responsible for traffic signals, ramp meters, detection and electrical systems, and the installation of signage by providing detailed plans as needed. + Coordination with our electricians, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and collaboration to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. Work Environment: + Primarily 8:00 am u2013 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday, with potential for flex time + Opportunity to work from home up to 2 days a week starting from 6 months after hire. + Approximately 20% spent in the field, 80% spent in the office + Daytime travel during business hours to project sites, to attend meetings, and conduct preliminary engineering investigations. + Occasional evening/night and weekend work depending on construction projects. + May be required to work on call during road closures as needed. + Overnight travel to projects throughout the Region, as well as to meetings in other parts of the state: approximately 10% + Required to work in proximity to heavy traffic, in variable weather, and over variable terrain + Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather. + Contact with water or other liquids; or exposure to nonweather-related humid conditions. + Required to operate CDOT vehicles Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications + Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from theColoradoState Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors OR + Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineerfrom another U.S. state's Board of Licensure. If meeting qualifications with an out-of-state PE license, it would be a condition of employment to obtain your Colorado PE licensewithin six months of hire. Please note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. u201cSee Resumeu201d statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. Conditions of Employment + Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section. + A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position. + If you have a current PE license from a U.S. state other than Colorado, you must obtain your Colorado PE license within six months of hire as condition of employment. Preferred Qualifications The exceptional applicant must be a licensed Professional Engineer with proven ability or accomplishment in the following: + Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section; + Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position; + Has a BS or MS in Civil Engineering. + Has stamped plans and specifications as Engineer of Record; + Has served as the Engineer in responsible charge for a transportation design, especially for traffic and safety-related projects. + Knowledge and experience with the CDOT Manuals and Specifications, and FHWA guidelines. + Experience with project budgets and providing accurate documentation; + Experience evaluating proposed designs; + Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy; + Experience with traffic signal timing; + Strong analytical, reasoning, problem solving, and decision making ability; + Excellent planning, organizational, time and project management skills and experience; + Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral; + Proven ability to collaborate and build relationships; + Ability to partner with professionals, consultants, vendors, stakeholders, and staff, with sensitivity to their needs and priorities; + Experience negotiating with individuals or groups to find mutually acceptable solutions; experience building consensus for acceptance of a document or solution to an issue; + Flexibility/adaptability in response to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles; + Ability to work effectively in independent and team situations; + Passion for safety; + Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Google applications and Gmail, familiarity with SAP, Bentley ORD, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems. Supplemental Information Applicant Checklist Complete Applications must include the following documents: + A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement) + A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.) + A cover letterthat describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. + A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. + If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from

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