Civil Engineer - Transportation and Traffic Design

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Civil Engineer specializing in Transportation and Traffic Design to design and analyze roads, intersections, and transit facilities. The role blends remote design work with on-site site investigations, client meetings, and project coordination in the Western Cape.

You will build traffic models, prepare plans and cost estimates, conduct traffic studies and data collection, and collaborate with planners and engineers to meet safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in transportation and traffic engineering design.
• Proficiency in transportation design and traffic simulation software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, VISSIM, SIDRA).
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, road design standards, and geometric design.
• Experience with traffic impact studies and intersection design.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for team and client interactions.
• Ability to manage workload effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Willingness to conduct site visits in the Western Cape region.
• Registration with ECSA or a related professional body is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze transportation infrastructure, including roadways, highways, intersections, and public transit facilities.
• Develop traffic flow models, conduct capacity analyses, and prepare traffic management plans.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for transportation projects.
• Conduct traffic studies, site investigations, and data collection.
• Collaborate with urban planners, architects, and other stakeholders to integrate transportation solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant transportation standards, safety regulations, and local planning requirements.
• Assist in preparing project proposals and responding to tender invitations.
• Oversee the construction supervision of transportation projects as needed.
• Utilize specialized software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Synchro, and VISSIM.
• Stay current with advancements in transportation engineering and ITS.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Hybrid work adaptability

Site visits willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Transportation)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

VISSIM

SIDRA

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent engineering consultancy firm headquartered in Stellenbosch, Western Cape , is seeking a talented Civil Engineer with a specialization in Transportation and Traffic Design.

This hybrid role requires a blend of remote work for design and analysis, coupled with on-site presence for site investigations, client meetings, and project coordination in and around Stellenbosch . You will be responsible for planning, designing, and implementing efficient and safe transportation systems, including roads, intersections, and traffic management solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of sustainable transportation infrastructure in a picturesque region, working with a team dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze transportation infrastructure, including roadways, highways, intersections, and public transit facilities.
• Develop traffic flow models, conduct capacity analyses, and prepare traffic management plans.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for transportation projects.
• Conduct traffic studies, site investigations, and data collection.
• Collaborate with urban planners, architects, and other stakeholders to integrate transportation solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant transportation standards, safety regulations, and local planning requirements.
• Assist in preparing project proposals and responding to tender invitations.
• Oversee the construction supervision of transportation projects as needed.
• Utilize specialized software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Synchro, and VISSIM.
• Stay current with advancements in transportation engineering and intelligent transportation systems (ITS).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation and traffic engineering design.
• Proficiency in transportation design and traffic simulation software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, VISSIM, SIDRA).
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, road design standards, and geometric design.
• Experience with traffic impact studies and intersection design.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for team and client interactions.
• Ability to manage workload effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Willingness to conduct site visits in the Western Cape region.
• Registration with ECSA or a related professional body is preferred.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and a retirement fund.
• Enjoy the advantages of a hybrid work model, opportunities for professional growth and development, and the chance to work on impactful transportation projects in the beautiful Stellenbosch area.
• We support continuous learning and provide a collaborative team atmosphere.