Planning Engineer for Traffic Signal Systems | Ingenieur*in (m/w/d) für den Bereich der Planung von Lichtsignalanlagen

Stadt Köln

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Aug 19, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The City of Cologne is seeking a dedicated Planning Engineer for Traffic Signal Systems to join its Traffic Management Office. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring safe and efficient traffic flow across Cologne's roads and pathways. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include designing new traffic signal systems, optimizing existing controls, and conducting traffic-related studies. You'll also be involved in managing traffic computer systems and responding to inquiries from council committees and the public. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering with a focus on transportation, or a comparable engineering field, coupled with a strong interest and knowledge in traffic engineering. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative, networked, and intelligent urban traffic solutions, working within a supportive team environment.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (Fachhochschuldiplom) in Civil Engineering, Transportation Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering with a focus on transportation, or a comparable engineering discipline.

Experience

  • Experience in planning traffic signal systems
  • Experience with traffic signal-related traffic investigations

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified