Civil Engineer

About the role

The City of Gahanna is seeking a qualified Transportation & Mobility Engineer to lead and manage transportation-focused capital improvement projects that support safe, accessible, and efficient travel throughout the community. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this position provides professional engineering expertise across roadway, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, traffic signal systems, and ADA compliance initiatives. This role serves as project manager for basic to complex transportation projects from planning through construction, supports traffic engineering and private development review, and acts as the City’s ADA Coordinator. The position may also serve as City Engineer in their absence.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with strong municipal project management experience, traffic engineering knowledge, and a commitment to public service and collaborative problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transportation-focused capital improvement projects from planning through construction.
• Provide professional engineering expertise in roadway, pedestrian, bicycle facilities, traffic signal systems, and ADA compliance initiatives.
• Serve as project manager for basic to complex transportation projects.
• Support traffic engineering and private development review.
• Act as the City’s ADA Coordinator, including ADA transition plan development and implementation.
• Serve as City Engineer in their absence.
• Apply traffic engineering principles, practices, concepts, procedures, and methods.
• Design and execute Complete Streets projects.
• Conduct traffic signal system operations, including timing, coordination, warrant analysis, and design.
• Scope and evaluate Traffic Impact Studies (TIS).
• Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines related to uniform traffic control devices.

Requirements

Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. A typical way to qualify is:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Four or more years of progressively responsible experience in a related engineering role, demonstrating effectiveness in leading engineering projects and providing technical expertise.
• Minimum of two years of project management experience in federal, state, or local government administration.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer within the state of Ohio.
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification desired.
• Current and valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driver abstract to meet criteria for insurability established by the City of Gahanna.

Pay

The starting salary is between the minimum and midpoint of the range ($89,606 annually - $109,761 annually). Candidates will start at the minimum of the range unless their skills, experience, education, or other factors exceed the qualifications for the position.

About the City of Gahanna

Named one of the 'Best Hometowns' by Ohio Magazine, Gahanna offers 750+ acres of parkland, vibrant neighborhoods, opportunities for business growth, and more. Only eight miles from downtown Columbus and minutes away from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Gahanna is a choice location for business and leisure. With a strong emphasis on community, family, and fun, Gahanna offers a wide variety of seasonal and special events.