What does a Traffic Engineer do?

You plan and optimize traffic systems and mobility solutions.

What education does Traffic Engineer require?

University of Applied Sciences (48 months)

How much does a Traffic Engineer earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 80'000, mid ~CHF CHF 102'000 per year (approximate).

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Traffic Engineer

Engineering

Traffic engineers plan and optimize transport systems and mobility solutions. They design road networks, public transport concepts, cycling infrastructure, and traffic management systems. They conduct traffic counts and simulations, prepare reports, and work on urban and municipal transport planning. In Switzerland, sustainable mobility is a central topic.

Entry

~CHF 80'000

CHF 6'667/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 102'000

CHF 8'500/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 130'000

CHF 10'833/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences

Duration48 months

Your path to Traffic Engineer

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation3–5 years

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

University of Applied Sciences3 years

Bachelor's degree

Optional: Master UAS1.5–2 years

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Career Start

Bachelor/Master

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Starting salary: CHF 80'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics7/10

🔬 Science6/10

💻 IT7/10

🔧 Manual3/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity5/10

🤝 Social Contact7/10

💪 Physical Demands3/10

📈 Career Growth7/10

🔮 Future Outlook8/10

🔥 Demand (current)7/10

✨ AI Risk3/10

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