Timing Engineer

Timing Engineer

The Division of Traffic Operations seeks to hire an experienced Assistant Civil Engineer to support traffic signal timing and intersection control operations in the Signals Timing and Intersection Control (STIC) Unit. The successful candidate will be involved in planning, coordinating, and executing signal timing studies, as well as other transportation-related initiatives. Candidate key responsibilities include:

• Conducting studies on traffic signals, all-way stops, left turns, accessible pedestrian signals, and leading pedestrian intervals across the five boroughs.
• Recommending and implementing changes to traffic signals, signage, and other control devices to reduce congestion, improve safety, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Performing traffic signal timing modifications and conducting field investigations to improve safety for both vehicles and pedestrians.
• Working on Vision Zero and retiming projects, conducting traffic studies, analyzing feasibility for L/T signals and LPIs at high-risk locations, and analyzing traffic impact through simulation programs.
• Studying the impact of dedicated bus and bike lanes on heavily trafficked corridors and suggesting necessary signal timing adjustments.
• Participating in traffic signal design and construction, working on specialized projects to enhance the safety and efficiency of street networks.
• Preparing intersection sign order, block order, and school order; preparing and writing repair orders.
• Conducting field surveys and investigations across all five boroughs. Some assignments may require a driver's license. Preference will be given to candidates who possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of the appointment in this position.

Work location: 34-02 Queens Boulevard, Long Island City, NY 11101. Hours/Shift: 35 hours/ Shift TBD.

Qualifications: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.