Graduate Transport Planner

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a candidate for transport planning and traffic engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and strong analytical skills, along with familiarity with various transport software. The role involves supporting the preparation of traffic impact assessments and collaborating on multidisciplinary projects. Attractive perks include a tax-free salary, comprehensive insurance, and flexible work options.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Comprehensive life insurance coverage

Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents

Generous annual leave balance

Flexible and hybrid work solutions

Remote work opportunities

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Relocation assistance

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• Familiarity with traffic or transport software is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Basic understanding of transport planning principles, road safety, and sustainable mobility.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a fast-paced project environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in conducting transport planning and traffic engineering projects.
• Support the preparation of transport and traffic impact assessments.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other teams on multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Data interpretation

Written communication skills in English

Verbal communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Engineering, Urban Planning, or related discipline

Tools

VISSIM

SYNCHRO

HCS

SIDRA

AutoCAD

Job description

Your Role

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support in conducting transport planning and traffic engineering projects.
• Support the wider team in the preparation of transport and traffic impact assessments, feasibility studies, and mobility plans.
• Support the project team in the development of transport infrastructure, including road layouts, intersections, pedestrian and cycling facilities, and public transport systems.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other teams to work on multidisciplinary projects.
• Stay updated on smart mobility, sustainable transport, and UAE Vision 2031 initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Engineering, Urban Planning, or related discipline.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Familiarity with traffic or transport software such as VISSIM, SYNCHRO, HCS, SIDRA, or AutoCAD (advantageous but not mandatory).
• Basic understanding of transport planning principles, road safety, and sustainable mobility.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a fast-paced project environment.

Preferred Attributes

• Internship or project experience in traffic engineering, transport planning, or mobility studies.
• Interest in emerging technologies such as EV infrastructure, autonomous mobility, and smart city transport solutions.
• Proactive learner with a genuine interest in improving the UAE’s transport systems.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

• Tax-free salary

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage

• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents

• Generous annual leave balance

• Flexible and hybrid work solutions

• Remote work opportunities outside of country

• Company gratuity scheme

• Discretionary bonus program

• Annual flight contribution

• Relocation assistance

• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations)

• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

AtkinsRéalis is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnicity or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all candidates, employees and partners, fostering an environment that celebrates the richness of unique backgrounds. Our inclusive culture embraces a broad spectrum of perspectives, empowering individuals to excel and grow, while promoting an atmosphere that values collaboration and open dialogue.