Traffic Operations Engineer- EDS

Engineering & Development Services

Shape the Future of Transportation in One of South Carolina's Fastest-Growing Communities!

The Town of Mount Pleasant is seeking an experienced transportation engineering professional to lead its traffic and transportation operations. The Traffic Operations Engineer manages the Town’s traffic signal system, transportation studies, infrastructure programs, and assigned capital projects while supervising professional and technical staff.

The position works closely with Town leadership, elected officials, residents, developers, consultants, contractors, and partner agencies to improve transportation safety, mobility, and infrastructure throughout the community. Key responsibilities include traffic operations, development-plan review, traffic calming, pedestrian and bicycle improvements, project and budget management, and presentations to the Transportation Committee and Town Council.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and five years of transportation or traffic engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Professional Engineer license
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer certification, or ability to obtain within two years
Road Safety Professional Level 1 certification, or ability to obtain within two years
Valid South Carolina driver’s license

Why Join the Town of Mount Pleasant?
The Town offers meaningful public-service work and a competitive benefits package that includes:

37.5-hour workweek
Flexible scheduling and hybrid remote-work options
Generous medical and dental insurance
12 paid holidays plus one personal day
Three weeks of vacation accrued annually
Tuition reimbursement program

Review the full job description here: Transportation Operations Division Chief_EDS_CPT_9.3.2026.pdf
Benefits Summary: TOMP Benefit Summary.pdf