Transportation Planning Engineer

Transportation Planning Engineer Department: Public Works Location: 1155 Pacific Avenue, Hybrid with Designated Work Location Position Type: Permanent position on a temporary basis, full-time until May 5, 2029 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday Salary: $78,340.67 - $105,227.49 annually (Grade 4) Employee Group: W.A.P.S.O. Posting No.: Closing Date: January 5, 2026 Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans. The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba, offering competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. We also provide education, training, and staff development opportunities to equip employees for career advancement. Benefits information is available on the City of Winnipeg Benefits web page and we encourage you to review it for details. The city promotes a diverse, safe, and healthy workplace where employees can thrive. Flexible work arrangements, including flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid model, may be available subject to review and approval. Employees approved for remote work must demonstrate availability to return to the designated work location for in‑person meetings and tasks. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups underrepresented at the City. Requests for reasonable accommodation are accepted during the hiring process. Preference to internal applicants may be applied. Job Profile As a member of the Transportation Division, the Transportation Planning Engineer supports the Transportation Systems Planning Engineer in managing and administering the Transportation Systems Planning Branch. Responsibilities include developing, maintaining, and updating traffic, travel, and demographic databases; calibrating and improving urban transportation planning computer models; analyzing and prioritizing transportation facilities; assessing traffic impacts of capital projects and community proposals; and providing training and direction to traffic studies team members. The role also involves representative duties within task forces and committee groups, and participation in urban transportation policy and program review. Responsibilities Assist in developing, maintaining and updating databases of traffic, travel, and demographic information to provide the primary data source for long‑range urban transportation planning, traffic impact analysis, and inquiry responses. Evaluate, calibrate, refine, improve, and maintain urban transportation planning computer models for the development of transportation system plans and traffic impact analysis. Participate in the development, review and recommendation of long‑range urban transportation system plans for both major street and transit systems consistent with the general objectives of Plan Winnipeg. Participate in the undertaking and/or reviewing of site‑specific and/or community area transportation studies to assess the impact of related additional or existing travel demand on the internal and adjacent street and transit system. Perform branch administrative duties including representing the Branch/Division on various task forces and committee groups. Participate as a team member in Urban Transportation Policy and Program review and implementation. Education and Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. Master’s Degree in Transportation Planning or Traffic Engineering is preferred. Minimum of 4 years of directly related work experience. Knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of multimodal transportation planning and travel demand forecasting. Knowledge of traffic monitoring guidelines, traffic impact/studies analysis, statistical and mathematical methods. Familiarity with specialized micro‑modeling software such as PTV VISSIM/VISTRO, Synchro, etc., and/or travel demand forecasting and analysis software such as PTV‑VISUM. Working knowledge of office standard software, database management and geographic information systems. Demonstrated ability to work independently on research and analysis activities. Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of subordinate staff. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected civic officials, peers/staff, private and public officials in other organizations, and the general public. Applicants educated outside Canada must have education comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada and must provide an official academic assessment report from a recognized Canadian assessment service (e.g., Conditions of Employment Legal eligibility to work in Canada (including validity of work permits). Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License. Provision of a vehicle for transportation while on City business, subject to City Transportation Policy. Registered as an Engineer (P.Eng) with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (EGM). How to Apply Current resume (required). Please clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualifications for this position in your cover letter (required). Applications submitted without required documentation will not be considered. Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position. Online applications can be submitted at For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents, refer to the FAQ or contact 311. Position reports to: Transportation Systems Planning Engineer. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr