We are seeking a Senior Signing, Pavement Marking, and Signalization Engineer with experience delivering transportation projects in Florida, particularly under FDOT standards, procedures, and requirements. This role provides technical leadership for the planning, design, and quality control of signing, pavement marking, and traffic signal systems on complex roadway projects throughout the state.
The ideal candidate will serve as Engineer of Record, mentor junior staff, coordinate with FDOT Districts and local agencies, and ensure projects meet Florida design standards, safety objectives, and constructability requirements.
We offer a hybrid work model, and this position provides the flexibility to work from any of our Florida offices, including Tampa, Orlando, Coral Gables, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, or Tallahassee.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as technical lead and/or Engineer of Record for signing, pavement marking, and signalization design on FDOT, Turnpike, and local agency projects.
- Prepare, review, and seal Signing & Pavement Marking Plans, Signalization Plans, and associated quantities, details, and specifications.
- Ensure full compliance with:
- FDOT Design Standards
- FDOT Plans Preparation Manual (PPM)
- FDOT Traffic Engineering Manual (TEM)
- MUTCD (Florida Edition)
- FDOT Specifications and Standard Plans
- Lead the development of:
- Guide signs, overhead sign structures, cantilever and truss signs
- Pavement marking layouts, striping, RPMs, and specialty markings
- Traffic signal systems including mast arms, span wire, detection, interconnect, and ITS elements
- Coordinate with roadway, drainage, lighting, ITS, utilities, and structures disciplines to ensure integrated and constructible designs.
- Interface directly with FDOT District staff, Turnpike Enterprise, and local agencies during:
- Concept development
- Design reviews
- Plans development
- Comment resolution
- Support design–build pursuits by developing technical approaches, scope narratives, and preliminary layouts for signing and signalization.
- Provide QA/QC oversight, including independent reviews of plans, quantities, and cost estimates.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers in FDOT standards, best practices, and professional development.
- Participate in field reviews, constructability evaluations, and post-design support as needed