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# Sr. Professional Engineer - Sidewalks and School Safety at The City of Fort Worth

- **Company:** The City of Fort Worth
- **Location:** Transportation Public Works
- **Posted:** 2026-10-23
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-25
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/cityoffortworth/jobs/8043185003?gh_jid=8043185003

## Job description

Pay Range: $93,574 - $121,646 annual compensation

Job Posting Closing on: Friday, November 6, 2026 📅

Sign-on Incentive: *** $5,000 Sign-On Incentive: 50% paid upon completion of the first pay period, 50% paid after 6 months of employment. ***

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 7am – 4pm; Some evening/weekend work may be required. Remote or hybrid work may be considered after completing a successful probation period and are subject to department approval.  After probation, typical schedules include 1-2 remote workdays.

🚀 Exciting Opportunity Awaits!

Are you ready to make a true impact on the community? Are you looking for a job that offers the perfect balance between work and life? Look no further! The City of Fort Worth is hiring, and we want you to be part of our amazing team.

The City of Fort Worth seeks a Senior Professional Engineer to serve on a dynamic team responsible for Vision Zero implementation. If you enjoy interacting with the public and developing innovative approaches to meeting community’s safety needs, this role is for you! The Planning/Engineering team serves a critical role in receiving traffic safety concerns, coordinating field investigations and data collection, and recommending and implementing infrastructure solutions. The Sr. Professional Engineer will play a pivotal role in the implementation of the City’s Vision Zero Safety Action Plan, specifically in the Safe Routes to School and the ADA & Sidewalk Programs. The Plan includes a suite of 34 policy and program improvements as well as 10 infrastructure projects that will help the City eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries.

Potential projects you will be a part of include any of the below. How will you make a difference?

- Vision Zero Safety Action Plan
- Safe Routes to School
- ADA & Sidewalk
- Neighborhood Safety
- Neighborhood Traffic Calming

Perks & Benefits:

- 11 Paid Holidays
- Top-Notch Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 3 Weeks’ Vacation Time
- Robust Pension Plan
- Voted Best Place for Working Parents 2024
- Professional Development Opportunities
- [Find Out More!](https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:a06210ee-39cc-4629-bc13-64a483fea159)

## Why Fort Worth? 🌆

Join the fastest-growing big city in the U.S. We're committed to serving over 1,000,000 residents.

Minimum Qualifications: (Mirror official job description in bullet format)

- A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or related field
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience, of which two years is in performing traffic safety studies or implementation of traffic safety countermeasures
- Possession of registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. If licensed in another state, continued employment will be contingent upon obtaining registration as a Professional Engineer within the State of Texas within six months of employment
- A valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience applying the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines, AASHTO Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets or the National Association of City Transportation Officials Design Guidelines to safety projects
- Experience performing traffic safety studies, such as sidewalk audits, school zone, crosswalk or warning beacon studies
- Experience managing and implementing safety construction projects, such as crosswalks, sidewalks, roadway/pedestrian illumination or warning beacons

The Sr. Professional Engineer – Transportation job responsibilities include: job responsibilities include:

- Provide leadership and supervision to a team of three which includes one engineer and two engineering technicians
- Develop safety countermeasure concepts and coordinate with contractors and department teams to implement safety projects
- Complete service requests from the public, which includes communicating with residents, coordinating field investigations and data collection, recommending solutions and implementing short-term countermeasures such as signs, markings, flashing beacons, sidewalk and ramps
- Perform project for pedestrian infrastructure and school traffic safety projects, including developing and managing scopes, schedules, and budgets in support of the team’s Annual Work Plan
- Use VueWorks Enterprise Asset Management System to plan, track, and maintain accurate records of new installations and work performed on existing transportation assets
- Perform sidewalk contract development and procurement for the sidewalk contract and serve as the compliance manager

## WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing and balancing.

## PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Light Work – Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated Light Work.

Apply Now! Come be part of something special in Fort Worth. 🌟 Conditions of Employment

The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor.

The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.

## About The City of Fort Worth

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: The City of Fort Worth is the municipal government serving the 13th-largest city in the United States, providing public services, infrastructure, and administration for over 1 million residents.
- **Entity Type**: Government (Public Sector / Municipal Government)
- **Headquarters**: Fort Worth, Texas, USA
- **Founded**: 1873 (city incorporated)
- **Founders**: N/A (municipal government established by Texas state charter)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Municipal government / Public administration
- Target customers: Residents, businesses, and visitors of Fort Worth, Texas (population ~1M+)
- Mission or purpose: To provide efficient, equitable, and innovative public services that enhance the quality of life for all residents and businesses in Fort Worth.

## Products & Services
- **Public Safety**: Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services
- **Infrastructure & Transportation**: Roads, bridges, traffic management, public transit coordination, and water/wastewater systems
- **Water & Environmental Services**: Water treatment, distribution, environmental compliance, and consumer health services
- **Parks & Recreation**: Parks, community centers, trails, and recreational programming
- **Development Services**: Permitting, inspections, code compliance, and planning
- **Human Resources**: Talent acquisition, benefits administration, employee wellness, and organizational development
- **Information Technology**: Municipal IT systems, cybersecurity, and digital services for residents
- **Municipal Court & Legal**: Law enforcement prosecution, code enforcement, and city legal representation
- **Aviation**: Management of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport and other municipal airfields
- **Public Events**: Management of major events including FIFA World Cup 2026 matches

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (government entity)
- **Annual Budget**: Approximately $1.6–$1.8 billion (FY2026)
- **Key Metric**: Employs approximately 7,000+ full-time employees
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: N/A (publicly funded through taxes, fees, and grants)
- **Growth Signals**: Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing major cities in the U.S., with population growth driving expansion of city services, infrastructure projects, and workforce needs. The city is preparing to host FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, a major catalyst for infrastructure and economic development.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Stability**: Government employment offers long-term job security, defined-benefit pension (TMRS), and predictable career progression
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Full medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, 457 deferred compensation plan, and generous paid time off (9 scheduled + 2 personal holidays per year)
- **Tuition Reimbursement**: Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and partnerships with accredited institutions
- **Employee Wellness**: On-site health centers, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 6 free counseling visits, and wellness programs through Ramp Health
- **Career Pathways**: Structured career ladders across dozens of departments (Water, Police, Fire, IT, HR, Finance, Transportation, etc.)
- **Diverse Roles**: Wide variety of positions from administrative to engineering, law enforcement to IT, making it possible to change careers without changing employers

## Strategic Focus
- **Modernization**: Ongoing investment in IT systems, digital services, and data-driven decision-making
- **Infrastructure Growth**: Major capital projects to support rapid population growth, including water systems, transportation, and public safety facilities
- **World Cup 2026 Preparation**: Significant focus on hosting FIFA World Cup matches, driving investments in transportation, public safety, and event management
- **Workforce Development**: Emphasis on recruitment, retention, and employee development through the HR department’s strategic initiatives
- **Equity & Inclusion**: Programs aimed at equitable service delivery and workforce diversity

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven Work**: Directly serve and impact a growing major U.S. city and its residents
- **Competitive Compensation**: Minimum entry pay of $18.00/hour for all regular employees; structured salary schedules with regular step increases
- **Comprehensive Benefits Package**: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 457 deferred comp, wellness programs, and on-site health centers
- **Work-Life Balance**: 11 paid holidays per year, generous leave policies (sick, vacation, FMLA), and flexible schedules in many roles
- **Career Growth**: Tuition reimbursement, educational partnerships with local universities, and structured career pathways across multiple departments
- **Diverse Opportunities**: Roles ranging from engineering and IT to law enforcement, finance, water systems, and public administration
- **Stability**: Public sector employment with pension benefits (TMRS) and low turnover compared to private sector
- **Location**: Fort Worth offers a lower cost of living compared to other major Texas cities, with a vibrant cultural scene, strong economy, and no state income tax
- **Award-Winning Workplace**: Designated a "Best Place for Working Parents" (2026 award)

## Sources
1. [fortworthtexas.gov - Job Board](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/job-board)
2. [fortworthtexas.gov - Careers Page](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/careers)
3. [fortworthtexas.gov - Human Resources](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr)
4. [fortworthtexas.gov - Employee Benefits](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/employees/benefits)
5. [fortworthtexas.gov - FY2026 Salary Schedule](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/hr/documents/admin/fy2026_salary_schedule_final_10.03.2025_web.pdf)

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