About the role
Traffic engineers work on planning, developing, and improving transportation systems. They often have a civil engineering degree in road and water construction or a college engineering degree with a focus on traffic technology. Their work is important for creating safe and efficient transport solutions in society.Responsibilities
Traffic engineers are responsible for analyzing traffic flows, designing road markings and signals, and planning for public transportation. They conduct risk analyses, develop traffic safety measures, and work to reduce the environmental impact of traffic. Collaboration with urban planners and decision-makers is an important part of their work.Skills and tools
Traffic engineers use traffic simulation software, GIS tools, and CAD programs to model and visualize traffic solutions. They need good knowledge of mathematics and statistics as well as an understanding of traffic legislation. Communication and project management skills are also central competencies. Common competencies demanded by employers are samhällsplanering, trafikteknik and geografiskt informationssystem/gis.