Transportation Engineer ; Traffic Operations Engineer University Region

Job Description

This position functions as the recognized resource for Traffic Safety and Operations and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) within the University Region, providing support services in traffic safety, work zone operations, design plan preparation, and construction coordination. The role requires meeting tight deadlines and resolving issues to ensure the successful implementation and operation of Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) services and products.

A valid driver’s license is required to perform on‑site reviews and measurements.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Transportation Engineer 12 position.

• Transportation Engineer 12 position description
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Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

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The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021‑2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. It has also been recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, and is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering.

Three years of professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer P11.

Possession of a registered professional engineer license as required by the State of Michigan may be substituted for 6 months of experience at the Transportation Engineer 9‑12 levels. This substitution may only be used once for any employee for qualification of appointment or early reclassification.

To be considered for this position you must:

• Possess a valid driver's license.
• If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application.  for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.

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MDOT does not participate in E‑Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre‑employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.