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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

Secondary School

You are here

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

Preparation

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

3–5 years

University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Optional: Master UAS

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Bachelor/Master

Starting salary: CHF 80'000/year

Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics7/10
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🔬 Science6/10
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💻 IT7/10
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🔧 Manual3/10
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🎨 Artistic2/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10
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🎨 Creativity5/10
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🤝 Social Contact7/10
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💪 Physical Demands3/10
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📈 Career Growth7/10
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🔮 Future Outlook8/10
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🔥 Demand (current)7/10
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AI Risk3/10
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