Traffic Analysis Engineer / Road Safety Engineer

at  Manitoba Government

TRAFFIC ANALYSIS ENGINEER / ROAD SAFETY ENGINEER

EG4 Engineer 4
Regular/full-time
Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Traffic Engineering, Engineering & Technical Service
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 43119
Salary(s): EG4 $85,506.00 - $108,637.00 per year
Closing Date: October 23, 2024
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following positions:

• Traffic Analysis Engineer on a regular/full-time basis
• Road Safety Engineer on a regular/full/time basis

Applicants ARE REQUIRED to indicate in their cover letter if they would like to be considered for one or both of these positions.
Copies of the position descriptions are available upon request.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (EGM) prior to hire.
• Must have a valid Manitoba Class 5F Driver’s Licence
• Must be able to travel nationally and internationally by ground and air transportation and be away from home for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work extended hours as required

Qualifications:

Essential (Both Positions):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent recognized by Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba
• Knowledge of and practical experience with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Canada (MUTCDC) and the Transportation Association of Canada’s CRASH manual, Canadian Capacity Guide, HCM and applicable Provincial Acts and Regulations
• Experience interpreting construction plans, specifications and contract documents
• Experience in policy writing
• Experience with planning, design and construction of projects and writing various technical documents to support project planning and execution
• Knowledge of Occupational, Safety, Health & Risk Management policies and procedures
• Effective leadership and supervisory experience including planning, assigning, monitoring and supervising the work of other professional and technical subordinates
• Strong written communication skills including the ability to prepare information such as preparing work procedures, operating plans and various technical reports
• Strong verbal communication skills including the ability to consult with various levels of management and diverse stakeholders to ensure project and work assignment efficiency
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build, foster and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with various stakeholders
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills

Reporting to the Manager of Road Safety, the Road Safety Engineer is a technical expert within the Road Safety Section of the Traffic Engineering Branch and provides specialized Road Safety engineering services in support of the Department’s Road Safety initiatives. This position makes technical decisions and provides advice and recommendations to senior branch management to support decision making and is responsible for a wide range of stewardship functions related to road safety for all of the department’s minor and major transportation improvement projects, including prioritization of recommended safety improvements across the provincial highway system, based on on-going systemic evaluation and/or network screening methodologies. As the Project lead for Road Safety, this individual provides technical advice across municipalities, regions, program areas, departments, etc. and collaborates extensively with stakeholders throughout the Province. They review, approve, and provide recommendations on work of other non-specialist engineers for deviations from standards, practices, department policies, etc. and also provide support for the majority of daily and longer-term safety-related operations through policy development and Safety Audit initiatives.