Senior Transport Engineer

The Civil Engineer; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD, a leading global professional services firm, invites applications for a Senior Transport Engineer in the United Arab Emirates to lead the planning, design and delivery of transport infrastructure across roads, highways and urban mobility. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team, mentor junior staff, and ensure solutions are innovative, sustainable and compliant with UAE regulations and international standards.

Proficiency with SIDRA, AIMSUN or VISSIM is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transport Engineering is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in transport engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of transport infrastructure projects.
• Conduct traffic impact assessments and modelling.
• Mentor junior engineers and prepare technical reports.
• Support tendering and business development.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and standards.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Transport Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SIDRA

AIMSUN

VISSIM

Job description

With more than 14000 people around the globe, GHD is one of the world’s leading professional services companies operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Serving clients across five continents and the Pacific region, GHD people share a passion for exceeding the expectations of our clients and contributing to their success. About the Role The Senior Transport Engineer will lead and contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of transport infrastructure projects. This role demands a strong foundation in traffic engineering, transport planning, and multi-modal design, with the ability to manage complex projects and mentor junior staff. Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Transport Engineer to lead the design and planning of transport infrastructure projects. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver innovative, sustainable, and compliant transport solutions across roads, highways, and urban mobility systems. Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and technical delivery of transport infrastructure projects including roads, intersections, and traffic systems.
• Conduct traffic impact assessments, transport modelling, and feasibility studies.
• Use software tools such as SIDRA, AIMSUN, and VISSIM for network analysis and simulation.
• Ensure compliance with UAE transport regulations and international standards. A candidate with extensive experience working in Abu Dhabi with developers and ITC is preferred.
• Strong working relationship with ITC and other transport authorities is essential
• Collaborate with clients, authorities, and internal teams to ensure project alignment and delivery excellence.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.
• Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Support tender preparation and contribute to business development initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transport Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in transport engineering, preferably in the UAE or GCC region.
• Proficiency in traffic modelling tools (SIDRA, AIMSUN, VISSIM).
• Strong understanding of UAE transport authority requirements.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges- with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way. At GHD, we celebrate the power of a multicultural workforce and champion individual achievement. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees—regardless of background, identity, or experience. We believe that diversity drives innovation, and we welcome the unique perspectives that each team member brings to our organization.