Description

Manager of Traffic Engineering

Interested candidates must apply to the Manager of Traffic Engineering posting by visiting careers.paturnpike.com by April 27, 2026.

Posting Start Date: April 14, 2026
Posting End Date: April 27, 2026
Position Number: 80002849
Union: Non-Union
FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt
Department: Traffic Engineering and Operations
Salary Grade: E-7
Salary Range: $133,091.82 - $191,269.68
Employment Type: Full Time
Building Location: Central Office Building
Building Street: 700 S. Eisenhower Boulevard
Building City: Middletown
Building State: Pennsylvania (US-PA)
Building Zip Code: 17057
Work Schedule: Flexible Work Options
 

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as “America’s First Superhighway”!  Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce.  The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually.  Together, we are building the highway of the future.

The Commission values its team members and understands the importance of work/life balance to the health, well-being and productivity of its team. Therefore, this position may be eligible for Flexible Work Options* such as:

Hybrid Work - combination of remote and in-person reporting
Alternate Work Schedule - flexibility to adjust work schedule length to complete work week in fewer days
*Some options may require completion of probationary period. 

The Commission requires all employees to establish PA residency within 6 months of hire and to maintain PA residency, regardless of Flexible Work Options. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.  The Commission will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Purpose and Summary

This position is responsible for overseeing traffic engineering activities/projects for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). Work is performed with considerable independence and reviewed by a professional superior to determine the attainment of program goals and overall job performance. Supervision is exercised over a staff of internal engineers and professional consultants.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Directs, plans, and organizes traffic engineering operations and staff functions including supervision of internal and external staff, performance management, delegation of work assignments and review of work product.

Develops and directs the implementation of traffic-control plans and specifications for construction personnel and contractors. Ensures proper communication and coordination with other units/departments.

Oversees the review of crash data and identifies areas of concern to improve safety. Communicates issues identified and recommends improvement projects as a result of crash analyses to superiors and cross-departmental entities.

Develops procedures, plans, specifications, estimates, and standards relating to the safe and efficient movement of traffic throughout the PTC system. 

Coordinates with Traffic Operations work unit to provide input in the planning, programming, and deployment of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) technologies and projects.

Develops and reviews toll schedules and traffic and revenue studies for changes to the existing toll structure and estimates for expansion projects.

Develops funding requests and project descriptions for capital funded projects.

Reviews and responds to customer complaints and suggestions related to signing, traffic control and other safety-related issues.

Coordinates signing, traffic control and other traffic engineering and safety-related policies and procedures with PennDOT, FHWA and local authorities.

Coordinates the installation, replacement, and removal of signs with the Maintenance Department.

Coordinate with legal staff to provide data on crash related lawsuits, improve highway safety and reduce liability.

Directs PTC response actions and resources during incident and/or emergency situations, per the established on-call 24/7 Traffic Operations Center (TOC) schedule.

Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Eight (8) years of experience in traffic engineering, possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) License issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, AND a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted.

Four (4) of the years of experience must be in a supervisory capacity over internal and/or external professionals.

Possession of a Professional Traffic Operations Engineering (PTOE) certification is preferred.

Possession of a valid driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license within six (6) months of employment.

Competencies

Customer Service

Critical Thinking

Mathematical Understanding

Safety

Analytical Thinking

Flexibility

Leadership

Developing Others

Delegation Skills

Financial Management

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position demands include frequent speaking, writing and reading reports. Position requires frequent work at a computer utilizing business programs and PTC specific operating systems. Position requires frequent travel and/or fieldwork with exposure to roadway traffic. Occasionally works outside of normal business hours for assigned work assignments.

Office environment with low levels of noise, adequate lighting and comfortable temperature. Field environment may include exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable conditions. Physical environment is generally safe, but safety equipment or precautions must be followed in field conditions.  

Benefits 

The selected candidate will be offered an exceptional benefits package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, along with a benefit plan for retirement.  In addition, leave programs, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and alternative work schedules are available to employees.  

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department by calling 717-831-7378.