Senior Traffic Engineer
City Of Sandy Springs
Job Description
Job Description
Are you ready to take the lead in shaping safer, smarter streets? The City of Sandy Springs is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to organize and direct our multimodal traffic engineering program. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of making our transportation systems efficient, safe, and forward-looking — from managing congestion and bottlenecks to driving our long-term goal of zero fatal and serious injury crashes by 2040 .
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee the City’s multimodal traffic engineering program, including safety and operational analyses.
- Manage roadway safety studies, intersection improvements, and traffic calming initiatives.
- Review and approve traffic engineering studies, control devices, temporary traffic control plans, and special permits.
- Develop and implement solutions to reduce congestion and enhance safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.
- Collaborate with City leadership, departments, and the community to ensure responsive, data-driven transportation solutions.
- Lead updates to traffic policies, standards, and enforcement tools to keep Sandy Springs moving safely.
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with specialization in transportation/traffic (Master’s preferred).
- Seven (7) years of experience in traffic or transportation engineering (Master’s degree may substitute for two years).
- Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license required; PTOE and RSP certifications preferred.
- Strong background in traffic software (Synchro, VISSIM, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.) and project management.
- Proven ability to lead programs, manage projects, and communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
- Commitment to innovative, data-driven solutions and to staying current with industry best practices.
Perks & Benefits:
• Two competitive medical plan options for you and your family, along with dental and vision coverage
• 10 paid holidays per year, plus 1 floating holiday
• Accrued paid vacation and sick leave
• City-paid life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• A City-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A robust retirement savings program: the City contributes 12% of your base salary to a 401(a) plan and matches up to 5% of your contributions to a 457(b) plan
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year after one year of service toward a relevant degree
• Access to an on-site gym
About Sandy Springs:
Sandy Springs is Georgia’s sixth-largest city, with nearly 110,000 residents and a thriving business community. Known for its small-town charm, strong public safety, and exceptional quality of life, Sandy Springs consistently ranks among the best places to raise a family. As Georgia’s most diverse city, it offers top-rated schools, world-class healthcare, miles of parks and riverfront recreation, and a vibrant dining and retail scene—all just minutes from the heart of metro Atlanta.
Additional Information:
- Normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Rotational after-hours on-call support and emergency operations support required, including holidays and special events.
- Candidates chosen will be required to successfully pass a drug test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle check.
The City of Sandy Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Due to the number of job applications received, we are unable to accept phone calls or emails about the status of your application. Each applicant will receive notification at the time of applying and when a decision is made.
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