ITS / Traffic Engineer

We’re Hiring: ITS/Traffic Engineer Location: Tampa Bay, FL | Experience: 5+ years | Type: Hybrid (2–3 days in office) About VIBEngineering (VIBE): We’re a woman-owned engineering firm specializing in transportation planning, traffic engineering, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Since 2013, we’ve delivered innovative, community-focused transportation solutions for FDOT, local municipalities, and private developers. The Role: We’re looking for an ITS/Traffic Engineer ready to grow their career and make a tangible impact on Florida’s transportation network. A large portion of your work will focus on ITS planning and design, helping ensure new developments integrate seamlessly into existing transportation systems. You’ll also work on public-sector projects, design plans, and client coordination—while learning from and collaborating directly with senior leadership. What You’ll Do: · Prepare plans for ITS Design including ITS devices and supporting communications infrastructure, as well as signalization, signing and pavement marking, lighting, and temporary traffic control design projects. · Research, compile and analyze data to develop complex reports, plans, and presentations associated with Traffic/ITS, Signing and Pavement Markings, Signalization, and Lighting projects. · Develop plans using MicroStation Connect, OpenRoads, SS10, Synchro, GuideSIGN and other auxiliary software. · Check design plans, design calculations, or cost estimations to ensure completeness, accuracy, or conformity to engineering standards or practices. · Perform operational analysis in the field to evaluate existing conditions and potential future proposed conditions for fiber optics, signal cables, conduits, traffic cabinets, pull boxes, ITS devices, among other infrastructures. · Investigate traffic problems and recommend methods to improve traffic flow or safety. · Design or prepare plans for new transportation systems or parts of systems, such as highways, streets, or roadway lighting. · Develop signal timing for new and existing traffic signals using Synchro Version 11. · Prepare transportation related conceptual designs for clients, as required. · Provide support for technical studies related to traffic engineering, including Traffic/ITS, Signing and Pavement Markings, Signalization, Lighting, Traffic Impact Analysis, Pedestrian and Bicycle Crossing Studies. · Conduct on-site visits for data collection to determine existing conditions and perform quality control (QA/QC) of projects. What We’re Looking For: · Bachelor’s in Civil/Transportation Engineering. · PE license in Florida (or ability to obtain within 6 months). · 5+ years working with ITS systems and devices such as Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras, Dynamic Message Signs (DMSs), vehicle detection, and travel time systems, and their functions. · Experience with MicroStation, Synchro/SimTraffic, and HCS. · Strong communication and organizational skills. Preference For: FDOT project experience, ITS background, ITE involvement. Why Join VIBE? ✅ Competitive salary + bonuses ✅ Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with contributions ✅ Short-term and long-term disability ✅ Hybrid/flexible schedule ✅ Mentorship, training, tuition assistance ✅ Direct access to senior leadership for guidance & career growth ✅ Team-building events & community volunteering ✅ Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates VIBE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages innovation. Join us in building a future where teamwork and community drive excellence in engineering!