Lead Transportation Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 2,322,000 - 3,317,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Retirement plan

Global projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Transportation Engineer for a fully remote role. You will oversee planning, design, and delivery of diverse transportation projects, from highways to urban transit facilities, while guiding teams and maintaining client relationships.

You will apply advanced traffic analysis, modeling, and CAD/GIS tools to ensure designs meet international standards. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for remote collaboration with global offices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Transportation Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PrEng) designation or international equivalent.
• 10+ years in transportation engineering with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of highways, urban roads, intersections, and transit facilities.
• Provide technical expertise in traffic analysis, modeling, and simulation (VISSIM, SIDRA).
• Develop transportation plans, feasibility studies, and EIAs.
• Manage project teams, budgets, and schedules using virtual collaboration tools.
• Engage with clients, government bodies, and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Traffic engineering software

CAD/GIS

Transport planning

Education

Master's degree in Transportation Engineering

PrEng designation

Tools

VISSIM

SIDRA

CAD

GIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading global engineering and design firm renowned for its innovative transportation solutions. They are actively expanding their fully remote workforce and seek an experienced Lead Transportation Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for shaping the future of mobility, focusing on the planning, design, and implementation of transportation infrastructure projects. You will lead project teams, manage client relationships, and drive technical excellence in areas such as road design, traffic engineering, public transport, and active transport solutions. As a fully remote position, you will benefit from unparalleled flexibility while contributing to significant projects from your home office. We are looking for a visionary leader passionate about sustainable, efficient, and safe transportation systems, with a proven ability to manage complex projects and inspire diverse teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of a wide range of transportation projects, including highways, urban roads, intersections, and public transit facilities.
• Provide technical expertise in traffic analysis, modeling, and simulation using industry-standard software (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA).
• Develop comprehensive transportation plans, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments.
• Manage project teams, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and schedule, leveraging virtual collaboration tools.
• Liaise effectively with clients, government agencies, community stakeholders, and other consultants.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international transportation standards and best practices.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff, fostering professional development within the remote team.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal preparation and client presentations.
• Champion innovation and sustainable practices in transportation engineering.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of project deliverables.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PrEng) designation or equivalent international registration.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in transportation engineering, with a significant portion in a leadership or project management capacity.
• Proven experience managing large-scale transportation infrastructure projects.
• Expertise in traffic engineering software, transportation modeling tools, and CAD/GIS platforms.
• Strong understanding of transport planning principles, road design standards, and traffic management strategies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams effectively.
• Access to a reliable high-speed internet connection and a dedicated home office space.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development, conferences, and training.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant lifestyle flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact projects shaping the future of transportation.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment within a global firm.
• Retirement savings plan.