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Occupation:

Highway Safety Engineer

Alternative Job Titles

Senior Highway Safety Engineer

Job Description

Highway Safety Engineers analyze engineering problems, apply technical expertise and engineering judgment and produce innovative solutions through the use of complex interactive computer systems to meet legal and management objectives. Highway Safety Engineers also provide professional and technical excellence in highway engineering, including identifying, preparing, designing, and planning order works and services. The position entails corresponding with elected officials, district councils, and other stakeholders to manage the implementation of engineering projects. Engineers must provide timely and accurate information to these groups as well as the general public on highway-related matters. Lastly, Highway Safety Engineers support health and safety, environmental management systems, quality management systems, and construction design management.

Required Skills & Abilities

Typical Salary

$86,171 - $99,278

Education Required

  • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering

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