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Principal Traffic Engineer

Pomona, CA 91769

Posted: 07/17/2026 Employment Type: Part Time Category: Engineering Job Number: PPI003574 Pay Rate: $80 - $90 per hour Work Location: On-Site

Job Description

The Principal Traffic Engineer selected for this opportunity will gain key public sector experience in traffic and transportation design and construction that can effectively position you to pursue and obtain key, sought-after public sector jobs. We are looking for a Civil Engineer that has 8+ years of experience to work on-site and part-time in the Anaheim area. 

Projects may include:

  • Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Initiative – citywide projects integrating AI data, smart cameras and upgraded communication software to reduce congestion and improve safety
  • At-Grade Projects – replacement and new installation of gates and signals at railroad crossings for pedestrian, bicyclist, and automobile traffic

As a Principal Traffic Engineer, your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Support the planning, coordination, and supervision of Engineering Division programs, including assigning work, monitoring project progress, mentoring staff, and reviewing technical work products to ensure quality and compliance with City standards.
  • Manage the preparation and review of engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, bid documents, City Council reports, budgets, environmental documents, RFPs/RFQs, grant applications, and other technical reports for public works capital improvement projects.
  • Manage and oversee engineering consultants, review engineering design plans and specifications, and provide direction for design modifications to ensure compliance with agency standards and project requirements.
  • Coordinate with internal departments, regulatory agencies, consultants, developers, architects, contractors, and property owners to support project delivery, construction contract administration, plan checking, and successful completion of public works projects.
  • Provide technical and administrative support on division operations, engineering initiatives, and special projects.

Job Requirements

As a Principal Traffic Engineer, you will have:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a related field
  • Licensed California Professional Engineer (PE) required; Licensed California Traffic Engineer (TE) preferred
  • 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, including project management experience from planning through construction
  • Knowledge of federal funding processes, land development, entitlements, conditions of approval, and plan checking
  • Familiarity with Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship in the U.S.)
  • Valid CA Driver’s License and proof of insurance
  • Must be able to commute to Pomona, CA. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Additional Information

More About Project Partners Inc.: Project Partners Inc. is a Civil, Mechanical, & Electrical engineering consulting and staff augmentation firm that was founded in 1996. We exclusively serve Southern California cities, county agencies and special districts within Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, and Ventura counties. Project Partners provides staff and services in the following engineering disciplines: Water / Wastewater, Public Works, Transportation, Solid Waste, Stormwater Management, and Construction Management. Our current staff have a broad range of expertise in Municipal Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Inspection, Contract Administration, Development Plan Review, Engineering Design, GIS, Operations and Maintenance, Planning, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Water Quality. https://www.projectpartners.com/

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