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!