Principal Engineer - Highways - AECOM - Doha, Qatar

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Qatar; On-site; QAR 279,000 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to world-class training

Collaborative international team environment

Opportunities for senior leadership roles

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a Principal Engineer specializing in highways to lead the design and development of complex road infrastructures in Doha, Qatar. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, 15 years of experience, and proficiency in OpenRoads Designer and Civil 3D.

This senior role includes mentoring junior engineers and ensuring project compliance with quality standards. Join a collaborative global team and contribute to major national transportation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• 15 years of experience in roads, streets, motorways, and transportation infrastructure.
• Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and Civil 3D is essential.
• Strong understanding of global and regional highway standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of complex highways and major road infrastructure.
• Deliver coordinated design packages using ORD and Civil 3D.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers across technical disciplines.
• Conduct advanced analysis and propose alternative highway design solutions.
• Implement quality-control processes across all design stages.

Skills

Highway design and geometric modeling

Transportation planning and mobility solutions

BIM and digital engineering workflows

QA/QC and design governance

Team leadership and technical mentoring

Software expertise: ORD, Civil 3D

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

OpenRoads Designer (ORD)

Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Principal Engineer - Highways - AECOM - Doha, Qatar. This senior role focuses on high-value highway engineering, digital design, and infrastructure delivery.

Job Details

• Country: Qatar
• City: Doha
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Engineering
• Salary: 25000-30000 (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of complex highways and major road infrastructure
• Deliver coordinated design packages using ORD and Civil 3D
• Mentor and guide junior engineers across technical disciplines
• Conduct advanced analysis and propose alternative highway design solutions
• Implement quality-control processes across all design stages
• Apply BIM and CDE workflows for high-efficiency digital delivery
• Liaise with stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and authorities
• Support business development through proposals and client presentations
• Ensure projects meet schedule, scope, and quality requirements

Ideal Profile

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
• 15 years of experience in roads, streets, motorways, and transportation infrastructure
• Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and Civil 3D
• Experience on international projects, preferably GDC platform
• Strong understanding of global and regional highway standards
• Effective team leadership and mentoring skills
• Experience with BIM, digital engineering, and traffic analysis tools
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Skills Set

• Highway design and geometric modeling
• Transportation planning and mobility solutions
• BIM and digital engineering workflows
• QA/QC and design governance
• Team leadership and technical mentoring
• Software expertise: ORD, Civil 3D

Why Join Us

• Lead major national transportation initiatives in Qatar
• Work within a global engineering consultancy
• Access world-class training, digital tools, and leadership programs
• Collaborative international team environment
• Opportunities to grow into senior regional leadership roles

About the Company

AECOM Middle East is a leading global consultancy specializing in transportation, buildings, water, and urban development. With strong local delivery capabilities and global technical expertise, AECOM helps clients build resilient, sustainable, and future-ready infrastructure across the region.