Traffic Engineering Specialist - Urban Mobility and ITS - Parsons Corporation - Dubai, UAE

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Exposure to international traffic engineering standards

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Traffic Engineering Specialist based in Dubai, UAE, to support large-scale metropolitan traffic programs. This role involves evaluating road networks, improving intersection performance, and delivering effective traffic engineering solutions.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in traffic engineering. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of practical experience in traffic engineering and urban transportation projects.
• Experience working with public road agencies or metropolitan transportation authorities.
• Strong understanding of signal operations and corridor performance optimization.
• Familiarity with pedestrian, multimodal, and ITS integration strategies.
• Strong communication skills in English; Arabic advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct network, corridor, and intersection assessments including capacity, delay, queueing, and safety evaluations.
• Develop traffic signal timing plans, phasing concepts, and coordination strategies.
• Support adaptive signal control and active traffic management initiatives.
• Prepare and review signing, pavement marking, lane-use, and channelization layouts.
• Evaluate ITS-based solutions, including detection systems and traveler information.
• Conduct operational traffic analyses using tools such as Synchro or SIDRA.

Skills

Traffic signal design and coordination

Corridor and intersection capacity analysis

Signing and pavement marking design

Pedestrian and multimodal planning

Intelligent Transportation Systems

Traffic operations modeling

Road safety and mitigation strategies

Technical documentation and stakeholder presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or related field

Tools

Traffic analysis software

Job description

Position Overview

Traffic Engineering Specialist - Urban Mobility and ITS supports large-scale metropolitan traffic and mobility programs managed from Dubai, UAE. This role focuses on evaluating road networks, improving corridor and intersection performance, and delivering technically sound traffic engineering solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and multimodal integration.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Transportation
• Salary: 20000-30000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct network, corridor, and intersection assessments including capacity, delay, queueing, and safety evaluations
• Develop traffic signal timing plans, phasing concepts, and coordination strategies
• Support adaptive signal control and active traffic management initiatives
• Prepare and review signing, pavement marking, lane-use, and channelization layouts in accordance with standards
• Perform pedestrian and vulnerable road user assessments, including crossing design and signal timing analysis
• Contribute to multimodal traffic management strategies integrating public transport and active mobility
• Evaluate ITS-based solutions including detection systems, CCTV, traveler information, and enforcement technologies
• Conduct operational traffic analyses using tools such as Synchro, SIDRA, HCS, or equivalent platforms
• Prepare technical reports, concept plans, guidelines, and specifications suitable for agency adoption
• Support development of traffic engineering standards, procedures, and operating manuals
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure buildable and compliant solutions
• Participate in workshops and stakeholder meetings to present findings and refine preferred alternatives

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of practical experience in traffic engineering and urban transportation projects
• Experience working with public road agencies or metropolitan transportation authorities
• Strong understanding of signal operations, traffic control devices, and corridor performance optimization
• Familiarity with pedestrian, multimodal, and ITS integration strategies
• Proficiency in traffic analysis software and operational modeling tools
• Ability to manage assignments independently from analysis through recommendation
• Strong communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are advantageous

Skills Set

• Traffic signal design and coordination
• Corridor and intersection capacity analysis
• Signing and pavement marking design
• Pedestrian and multimodal planning
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Traffic operations modeling
• Road safety and mitigation strategies
• Technical documentation and stakeholder presentations

Why Join Us

• Contribute to major metropolitan mobility and traffic improvement programs
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment focused on innovative transportation solutions
• Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities
• Exposure to international traffic engineering standards and best practices
• Collaborative culture dedicated to improving urban mobility and road safety

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering and project management consultancy delivering advanced transportation and infrastructure solutions. With a strong presence in Dubai and across the Middle East, Parsons partners with government and private sector clients to enhance mobility, safety, and operational efficiency through innovative engineering, digital integration, and sustainable urban development strategies.