District Traffic Engineer

Required Education and Experience:

Jr Traffic Engineer:

The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

This position requires a minimum of one year experience in a related field.

Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: Position requires a EIT certification.

Sr Traffic Engineer:

The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

The position requires four years progressively responsible experience with an emphasis on project design and traffic operational analysis. 

Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: PE required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·         Engineering drafting; CADD; physics; engineering mechanics

·         Engineering mathematics including trigonometry, geometry, and calculus

·         Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

·         Knowledge of state and federal traffic engineering regulations

·         Knowledge of the geographic area including terrain and site characteristics

·         Accident analysis techniques

·         Written and verbal communications including presentation methods and technical writing

Required Application Materials:

·        A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

·        A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Other Information

Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

 The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.