Senior Traffic Engineer: Lead Urban Mobility & Design

WSP USA; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to lead traffic engineering activities. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in traffic engineering and a strong understanding of Saudi traffic codes. Responsibilities include leading design for road networks, conducting impact assessments, and mentoring junior engineers. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on urban infrastructure development.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in traffic engineering, transport planning, and road design.
• Experience on large-scale land development projects in GCC countries, ideally Saudi Arabia.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi traffic standards and road safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic engineering design and analysis for roads and intersections.
• Conduct traffic impact assessments and road safety audits.
• Coordinate with civil design and urban planning teams for integrated solutions.
• Prepare and review traffic models and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi traffic codes and regulations.

Skills

Traffic modeling

Urban road network design

Traffic impact assessments

Capacity analysis

Road safety audits

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Synchro

VISSIM

SIDRA

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

A leading engineering consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to lead traffic engineering activities. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in traffic engineering and a strong understanding of Saudi traffic codes. Responsibilities include leading design for road networks, conducting impact assessments, and mentoring junior engineers. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on urban infrastructure development.