Traffic Operations Engineer

Job description

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION: VHB is looking for experienced Traffic Operations Engineers to play a key role in how people move safely and efficiently across our region. In this role, you won’t just “do timing plans” – you’ll shape how entire corridors operate, reduce congestion and crashes, and see your work make an immediate, visible impact on real-world traffic every day. If you love digging into data, optimizing systems, and turning complex traffic challenges into implementable solutions, this is an opportunity to lead meaningful work with a collaborative, future-focused team. These hybrid positions can be located in Tampa or Orlando. What You’ll Do: What You Bring (Skills & Abilities) - Lead and support projects focused on traffic signal timing optimization and implementation to maximize transportation system throughput - Develop and refine timing plans using SYNCHRO, Tru-Traffic, and similar tools - Fine-tune performance in the field and see your changes in action - Work hands-on with ATMS software, controllers, and traffic signal cabinets to improve corridor operations and reliability - Perform traffic safety and operational improvement studies for key intersections and corri...