Supervising Engineer (Intelligent Transportation and Signal Operations)

The Supervising Engineer plays a critical role in advancing Sacramento's traffic safety and mobility goals. With increasing political attention, new technical tools, and growing complexity in traffic safety, signal operations, and emerging technologies, this position ensures that the City provides timely, high-level engineering review and guidance.

The Supervising Engineer leads the team responsible for traffic signal operations, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), telecommunications networks, signal related roadway safety improvements, and collaborates closely with asset management and maintenance of the traffic signal network. This position requires frequent coordination with partner entities such as Sacramento Regional Transit, Caltrans, Sacramento County, and the City of Sacramento Police and Fire Departments.

Ideal Candidate Statement

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in traffic engineering or electrical engineering, with expertise in signal operations, intelligent transportation systems, and telecommunications networks. They should demonstrate the ability to plan and execute special projects that address safety concerns in a timely and cost-effective manner. The candidate must also be able to coordinate effectively across City departments and Public Works divisions, as well as with partner agencies such as Regional Transit, Caltrans, Sacramento County, and the City's Police and Fire Departments. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential, particularly the ability to balance technical rigor with responsiveness to political priorities and community concerns.

Responsibilities

Under direction, the Supervising Engineer supervises professional and technical staff performing professional engineering work for a major unit of a City department; prepares engineering studies and reports; assists in development and implementation of goals and policies; supervises and assists in preparation of budgets and capital improvement programs.

Experience and Education

• Five years of experience in the performance of professional engineering work in the area of assignment, including two years supervisory experience.
• Or five years of experience in the performance of professional engineering work in the area of assignment, including four years lead over professional and technical personnel on a team or project basis performing duties which have included difficult and complex engineering responsibilities, scheduling and assigning, coordinating and / or evaluating work.

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment.

A Master's Degree may be substituted for one year of the experience.

Special Qualifications

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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