Engineer I/II - Department of Transportation

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About the Department

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in one of the nation’s largest cities, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation.

Position Duties

The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill multiple vacancies for the Engineer I/II position. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in the future in other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please visit the following links to read about the positions and duties for all divisions and sections:

• Safety, Operations, and Parking
• Planning and Project Delivery
• Infrastructure Maintenance

For additional information regarding the Engineer I/II classification, please visit the class specification.

The total salary range for the Engineer I/II classification is $50.06 to $71.85 hourly or $104,133.12 to $149,451.12 annually. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

Transportation Safety and Operations Division-Signal Design

The Engineer I/II positions in the Signals Design team provide traffic signal-related management and support services throughout the City of San José. The positions will work closely with other team members, and may include direct supervision of sub-professional technical staff.

Key duties include but are not limited to:

• Implementing capital and grant-funded projects to enhance pedestrian, bicycle, transit, and vehicle access at intersections using signal control devices; including grant administration, consultant and vendor contract management, project scoping, design review, project scheduling, budget management, and coordination with various internal and external stakeholders;
• Coordinating construction activities, including traffic signal “turn-ons” and mitigating signal timing impacts during construction at intersections;
• Evaluating proposed striping and improvement plans associated with annual pavement program work and providing design details to enhance all modes of travel;
• Coordinating traffic signal ITS enhancements in preparation and conjunction with public improvements and pavement work;
• Reviewing traffic signal plans and specifications for development and capital improvement projects for compliance with CA-MUTCD and City standards;
• Coordinating with projects implemented by other City divisions and departments to ensure all changes affecting the traffic signal network conform to the future goals of the City ;
• Analyzing collision/volume data and other variables to identify ideal locations for innovative traffic signal designs (bicycle signals, HAWK signals, protected intersections, etc.) and evaluate before and after studies; and
• Responding to citizen requests for improvements to the signal network.

Transportation Safety and Operations Division-Signal Operations

The Engineer I/II positions in the Signal Operations team are part of an innovative customer-oriented team responsible for managing day-to-day traffic conditions through the operations and management of the City's nearly 1000 traffic signals. The Engineer I/II will be responsible for assisting in project planning and engineering, construction coordination, and may include direct supervision of sub-professional technical staff.

Key duties include but are not limited to:

• Conduct analyses and field investigation related to day-to-day customer-identified traffic operations issues;
• Respond to service requests from the public and other city departments.
• Analyze traffic flow impacts of CIP/development-related traffic signals and associated improvements;
• Analyze the effectiveness of specific signal timing standards currently utilized in San Jose and benchmark against current industry standards/trends;
• Prepare and implement traffic signal timing and coordination plans.
• Conduct performance measures of the roadway network, including evaluation of corridor timing flow and safety effectiveness;
• Support implementation of grant-funded traffic signal retiming projects;
• Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for signal timing consultant services, manage service contracts; prepare work orders, grant reports and invoices; and
• Actively manage ingress and egress for planned event traffic utilizing remote signal timing control, traffic surveillance cameras, and dynamic motorist information message signs.

Transportation Safety and Operations Division-Traffic Safety

The Engineer I/II positions in the Traffic Safety Division provides Neighborhood Traffic Management services and develops and implements Traffic Calming and Pedestrian Improvement Projects throughout the City of San José. The Engineer I/II will work closely with the team to develop traffic safety projects to improve safety for all roadway users, ensure facilities are pedestrian and bicycle friendly and comply with laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances. Services provided are heavily community oriented and can sometimes be politically sensitive. This position reports directly to an Associate Engineer and supervises Engineering Technicians and interns.

Engineers I/II will have opportunities to support the Traffic Safety Division staff in the following areas:

• Perform field investigations, collect data, and perform various traffic studies, including stop sign, crosswalk, and crossing guard studies.
• Review collision reports and apply applicable guidelines and standards to enhance roadway safety.
• Perform engineering analysis, and complete written reports of recommended solutions.
• Conduct speed surveys to establish appropriate speed limits on City streets.
• Prepare maps, reports, and related material for presentation.
• Developing effective working relationships with community groups to resolve residential traffic issues using the newly adopted Council policy on traffic calming.
• Working with and educating residents on traffic issues in neighborhoods, including speeding, cut-through traffic, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and quality of life concerns.
• Determination of use and placement of appropriate traffic control devices.
• Review and analysis of on-street parking conditions and establishment of appropriate parking controls.
• Planning, assignment, direction, and evaluation of technical staff in the traffic investigation unit.
• Participate on the development plan review process and coordination with other City departments and divisions.
• Attend meetings/represent the Traffic Safety team on discussions with project engineers, City staff, and consultants as appropriate to build consensus and/or to coordinate project issues.
• Assist with the development, design, and construction management of pedestrian and traffic safety projects including enhanced crosswalks, Radar Speed Signs, Speed Lumps, and Road Diets. Typical duties include performing field surveys, leading the preparation of project plans, coordinating with stakeholders, preparing work orders, ordering project materials, and reviewing the completeness of construction work in the field.
• Prepare conceptual and basic design plans for traffic safety improvements using AutoCAD, AutoTURN, or similar CAD software

Transportation Planning and Project Delivery (PPD) Division - Local & Regional Project Delivery

The Engineer I/II positions in the Local and Regional Project Delivery section helps develop and implement the City's Transportation Capital Improvement Program in alignment with policies of the General Plan Envision 2040. Under the general direction of the Associate and/or Senior Engineer, this position will work with internal and external partners and the community to ensure the efficient delivery of transportation projects through the planning, environmental, design, and construction phases. Types of projects that the Engineer I/II may support include multi-modal enhancement to local roads, highway, expressway, and transit.

Key duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform project management duties, including preparing and updating project status reports and schedules, managing contracts/agreements, expenditure tracking, and progress billings/payments.
• Coordinate the review of environmental documents and technical studies, designs, plans, estimates, and submittals associated with the implementation of project development activities consistent with City policies, regulatory requirements, current design standards and grant guidelines.
• Attend project design/construction meetings. Work with inspectors on project sites to assist in solving difficult problems and ensuring quality control, safety, and compliance with regulatory, design and construction requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of multi-agency cooperative, funding, or maintenance agreements to deliver and sustain a safe, multimodal transportation system for the City.
• Represent the Department of Transportation at community meetings and other meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• May lead and supervise, technical, interns and non-technical staff by establishing goals, tracking performance, creating a positive work environment, maximizing staff development opportunities, and providing appropriate recognition.

Transportation Planning and Project Delivery (PPD) Division - Development and Geometric Design

The Engineer I/II positions will, under general supervision or direction of the Associate Engineer, perform professional engineering work in street design; development of concept transportation infrastructure master plans, review plans for public and private projects in the City, and produce and review signage and pavement marking geometric plans. The successful candidate will need to understand basic engineering principles of transportation planning, traffic engineering, geometric/roadway design, and plan review. Surveying background or experience is desired, but not required.

Key duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare transportation infrastructure improvements conceptual designs of roadway, intersection and interchange, traffic signals using AutoCAD, relevant to new development and capital improvement projects.
• Develop “complete streets” and multimodal design plans in conformance with Federal, State, and City’s transportation design standards, guidelines, and policies.
• Review consultant engineering plans and specifications, master plans, and traffic studies related to capital infrastructure improvements.
• Perform field review of striping layouts for conformance with design requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Engineer I

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the required professional engineering designation or possession of an Engineering-In-Training (EIT) certificate. Professional engineering designation will be specified in the position announcement.

Engineer II

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the required professional engineering designation or possession of an Engineering-In-Training (EIT) certificate AND
• Experience: One (1) year of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience reviewing and preparing plans, estimates, and specifications.

Acceptable Substitutions: Certificate of successful completion of the Engineer-In-Training examination issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists may be substituted for the required education.

Certifications/Licenses: Possession of a valid State of California driver’s license may be required. Possession of a Certificate of Registration in the required engineering discipline is desirable.

Other Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.

• Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Communication Skills: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
• Constructive Energies: A demonstration of energy and drive that comes from within, and a willingness to approach all aspects of work with a generally positive attitude; possessing the inclination to take appropriate action rather than waiting to be told what to do; examples of Constructive Energies include but are not limited to: enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, empathy, dedication, reliable, proactive, respectful, confidence, ethical, and a willingness to help others
• Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
• Problem Solving: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
• Project Management: Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.
• Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

If selected, the Conditional Offer of Employment may be contingent upon you providing proof of a valid State of California driver’s license, and an assessment of your California DMV Employer Pull Notice (EPN) as per the DMV Release of Driver Record Information form. Failure to pass the DMV Pull Notice assessment will deem you ineligible for employment.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jasmine Medrano at jasmine.medrano@sanjoseca.gov.

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

AI and the Hiring Process

We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.

The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits pagefor detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage.

For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website. You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification.

In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks siteto explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.

Closing Date/Time: 6/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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