Engineer - Transportation Infrastructure

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 156,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Engineer - Transportation Infrastructure in Abu Dhabi to contribute to transportation and infrastructure projects. You will perform defined engineering tasks, gather data, and complete routine calculations under moderate supervision.

Ideal candidates are UAE Nationals with a valid Family Book, have 3–5 years of experience, and hold a relevant bachelor's degree. The role emphasizes technical accuracy, documentation, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• UAE National with valid Family Book as required under the Emiratisation.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in an engineering role of similar scope.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or closely related technical discipline.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to engineering detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform defined engineering tasks as part of broader transportation and infrastructure assignments.
• Gather, organize, and correlate engineering data using established technical procedures and project standards.
• Complete routine engineering calculations, assessments, and relatively straightforward technical tests.
• Analyze results and identify inconsistencies, discrepancies, or technical issues requiring further investigation.
• Propose practical approaches for resolving new engineering problems encountered during project delivery.
• Prepare technical information, calculations, notes, and supporting documentation for review by experienced engineers.
• Apply approved engineering methods, procedures, specifications, and quality requirements to assigned work.
• Coordinate technical inputs with engineers and other project disciplines where required.
• Support the development and review of engineering deliverables within agreed project scope.
• Monitor assigned activities against established budgets and schedules.
• Raise technical concerns early where findings may affect design quality, delivery, or project performance.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure calculations and supporting data are clearly documented.
• Assist senior engineers with technical studies, design development, and project-related analysis.
• Provide practical guidance to entry-level engineers on routine engineering activities and procedures.
• Participate in internal technical reviews and incorporate comments into revised engineering outputs.
• Develop increasing independence in engineering judgment while working under moderate supervision.

Skills

Transportation engineering

Infrastructure engineering

Engineering calculations

Engineering data analysis

Technical assessment

Engineering problem-solving

Design support

Technical documentation

Engineering drawings

Technical specifications

Project coordination

Quality control

Budget awareness

Schedule awareness

Junior engineer guidance

Technical record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Engineer - Transportation Infrastructure

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Engineering

Experience: 3-5 years

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: 14000-21000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: UAE National with valid Family Book Job Type: Full-time Role Context The Engineer - Transportation Infrastructure supports defined portions of larger engineering assignments within AECOM 's transportation practice. The role requires accurate collection and interpretation of engineering data, completion of routine calculations and technical assessments, identification of discrepancies, and development of practical solutions to emerging issues. Working with moderate supervision, the Engineer contributes to project quality, schedule performance, and efficient technical delivery while also supporting the development of less experienced team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform defined engineering tasks as part of broader transportation and infrastructure assignments.
• Gather, organize, and correlate engineering data using established technical procedures and project standards.
• Complete routine engineering calculations, assessments, and relatively straightforward technical tests.
• Analyze results and identify inconsistencies, discrepancies, or technical issues requiring further investigation.
• Propose practical approaches for resolving new engineering problems encountered during project delivery.
• Prepare technical information, calculations, notes, and supporting documentation for review by experienced engineers.
• Apply approved engineering methods, procedures, specifications, and quality requirements to assigned work.
• Coordinate technical inputs with engineers and other project disciplines where required.
• Support the development and review of engineering deliverables within agreed project scope.
• Monitor assigned activities against established budgets and schedules.
• Raise technical concerns early where findings may affect design quality, delivery, or project performance.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure calculations and supporting data are clearly documented.
• Assist senior engineers with technical studies, design development, and project-related analysis.
• Provide practical guidance to entry-level engineers on routine engineering activities and procedures.
• Participate in internal technical reviews and incorporate comments into revised engineering outputs.
• Develop increasing independence in engineering judgment while working under moderate supervision.

Ideal Profile

• UAE National with a valid Family Book as required under the Emiratisation framework.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in an engineering role of similar scope.
• Relevant bachelor 's degree in Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• Sound understanding of basic engineering principles, calculations, and technical analysis.
• Ability to gather and interpret engineering data using structured procedures.
• Comfortable working on detailed and routine technical assignments with moderate supervision.
• Able to identify discrepancies in technical results and investigate potential causes.
• Practical problem-solving capability with the confidence to propose solutions to new issues.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to engineering detail.
• Able to interpret technical drawings, project information specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Good organizational skills with awareness of project budget and schedule requirements.
• Capable of supporting and guiding entry-level engineers on defined technical tasks.
• Interest in building long-term expertise within transportation and infrastructure engineering.

Skills Set

• Transportation engineering
• Infrastructure engineering
• Engineering calculations
• Engineering data analysis
• Technical assessment
• Engineering problem-solving
• Design support
• Technical documentation
• Engineering reports
• Data correlationTechnical testing
• Results verification
• Discrepancy identification
• Engineering drawings
• Technical specifications
• Project coordination
• Multidisciplinary coordination
• Quality control
• Schedule awareness
• Budget awareness
• Technical review
• Engineering procedures
• Infrastructure project delivery
• Junior engineer guidance
• Technical record keeping

Why Join Us

This role provides UAE National engineering professionals with a clear pathway to expand their technical capability across major transportation and infrastructure programs in Abu Dhabi. The position combines structured engineering development with practical project exposure, technical mentoring, multidisciplinary collaboration, and increasing responsibility. It is particularly suitable for an engineer seeking progression toward more advanced design, project engineering, and technical leadership responsibilities within the Civil Engineering industry.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing engineering, planning, design, advisory, program management, and construction management services across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. Its multidisciplinary teams support major infrastructure programs from early planning and technical analysis through design, delivery, and construction, providing engineers with exposure to complex projects and established international engineering practices.