Transportation Engineer I, II, Or III

About the Town of Mooresville
As one of North Carolinas fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC-IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!

Why Join the Town of Mooresville We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
• Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with A discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
• Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employees immediate family
• On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!

About the Role
The Town of Mooresville is seeking a dedicated and motivated professional to join our Public Services team as a Transportation Engineer I, II, or III, with the final classification determined based on the candidates education, experience, and professional certifications.

Employees in this series perform professional transportation engineering work supporting the planning, design, and implementation of transportation improvements throughout the Town. Responsibilities include transportation planning, traffic operations analysis, development review, project management, and coordination with developers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public. This role contributes to creating a safe, efficient, and connected multi-modal transportation system that aligns with the Towns long-term vision and growth initiatives.

Transportation Engineer I

Position Overview: Performs professional, technical, and administrative transportation engineering work supporting land development, traffic operations, and transportation improvement initiatives.

Key Duties:
o Reviews transportation-related projects for compliance with Town and State standards, including traffic studies, Transportation Impact Analyses, traffic control plans, and traffic signal plans.

o Collects and analyzes transportation data such as traffic volumes, speeds, crash reports, and pedestrian counts to prepare engineering reports and recommendations.

o Investigates citizen concerns related to speeding, traffic safety, visibility, and signal operations.

o Provides technical support during the land development review process to ensure compliance with Town ordinances and transportation plans.

o Prepares project exhibits, maps, reports, bid documents, and cost estimates.

o Coordinates pavement marking work and other contracted transportation services.

o Provides technical information and assistance to developers, contractors, and the public.

o Maintains transportation project files and records.

Transportation Engineer II

Position Overview: Performs advanced professional transportation engineering work involving transportation design, project coordination, and technical analysis for transportation improvement projects.

Key Duties:
o Performs all duties of Transportation Engineer I.

o Participates in the preparation of construction plans for in-house engineering design projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

o Prepares engineering designs, technical reports, and cost estimates for transportation-related projects.

o Coordinates with internal departments and external agencies during project development and implementation.

o Reviews transportation studies, traffic analyses, and roadway design plans for compliance with Town and State standards.

o Prepares final measurements and documentation for project payment certification.

o Assists with Public Services operational support and transportation program administration as needed.

o Provides technical guidance to developers, contractors, consultants, and the public regarding transportation projects and municipal services.

Transportation Engineer III

Position Overview: Performs highly advanced professional transportation engineering and project management work overseeing transportation initiatives, capital projects, and transportation planning efforts.

Key Duties:
o Manages and coordinates the Transportation Impact Analysis process, including project assignments, budgets, report reviews, and approvals.

o Provides technical leadership during the land development process to ensure transportation systems support the Towns long-term multi-modal vision.

o Manages the design, permitting, right-of-way acquisition, and construction of federally and state-funded transportation projects.

o Develops and implements transportation goals, objectives, policies, and congestion management strategies.

o Participates in the development and amendment of the Comprehensive Transportation Plan and related initiatives.

o Directs transportation data collection and analysis activities related to traffic operations, safety, and roadway capacity.

o Provides technical guidance and staff support to Town boards, regional organizations, and state transportation committees.

o Makes presentations to the public, Town Board, and committees regarding transportation initiatives and projects.

o Addresses citizen concerns related to traffic calming, pedestrian safety, signal timing, and transportation operations.

o Supervises and manages staff involved in transportation initiatives and project delivery.

Transportation Engineer I ($64,300.00-$85,700.00)

Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university with coursework in Traffic and Transportation Engineering and 02 years of related experience.

License: Valid North Carolina drivers license.

Certifications: Engineer Intern (EI) certification preferred.

Transportation Engineer II ($72,000.00-$96,000.00)

Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university with coursework in Traffic and Transportation Engineering and 25 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License: Valid North Carolina drivers license.

Certifications: Engineer Intern (EI) certification required.

Transportation Engineer III ($90,500.00-$120,600.00)

Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university and 57 years of related transportation engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License: Valid North Carolina drivers license.

Certifications: Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in North Carolina required.