Engineering Technician II – Traffic

Anoka County

. Review, process, issue, coordinate, and track permits for activities within the Anoka County highway system .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeAndover • Minnesota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $57,262 - $77,292 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in traffic engineering principles and practices, including the use of CAD and GIS for traffic operations and safety assessments. Capable of conducting inspections, maintaining compliance records, and providing leadership in traffic engineering functions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Traffic Engineering PrinciplesCAD Software ProficiencyGIS ApplicationMnMUTCD KnowledgeConstruction Inspection Standards

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Hard Skills

Traffic Operations AnalysisPermit ProcessingField Review ConductingData CollectionSignal Timing OptimizationConstruction Standards KnowledgeCompliance Record MaintenanceTraffic Control Plan InspectionPhysical Activity CapabilityRight-of-Way User Registration

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

GIS SoftwareCAD SoftwareTraffic Engineering Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Accreditation from Technical School or Trades ProgramDriver's License

Industry Keywords

MnDOT Standard Specifications for ConstructionCounty Roadway InfrastructureTraffic Control SetupsConstruction and Inspection StandardsTraffic Studies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review, process, issue, coordinate, and track permits for activities within the Anoka County highway system
Inspect permitted work, document findings, and maintain accurate compliance records
Conduct field reviews of traffic control plans and inspect construction and restoration work
Process right-of-way user registrations and verify insurance and regulatory requirements
Monitor contractor traffic control setups and require corrections when necessary
Assist in reviewing plats and development plans adjacent to the county highway system
Perform data collection, analysis, and reporting for traffic operations, safety assessments, signal timing optimization, and project development
Conduct field reviews and compile documentation for traffic studies
Use GIS, CAD, and traffic engineering software to develop maps, layouts, and technical exhibits
Support additional traffic engineering functions as assigned
Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program
At least 2 years of job-related experience
Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis
Successfully pass driver’s license background check
Knowledge of traffic engineering principles and practices
Understanding of construction and inspection standards applicable to county roadway infrastructure
Knowledge of current MnMUTCD and MN Traffic Engineering Manual
Knowledge of current MnDOT Standard Specifications for Construction
Experience using CAD and drafting
Ability to perform varied physical activity, including bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment
Regularly lift 0–25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.
Ability to drive a county vehicle and/or personal vehicle between work sites
Successfully pass applicable pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen, DOT physical, and/or other qualification checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

24 days of paid flexible time off
Up to 12.5 paid holidays
Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more
Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees
Pension plan and other retirement investment options
Advancement/professional development opportunities
Work-life balance