Remote Civil Engineer - Transportation Planning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development

Impact on SA transport

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a forward-thinking Remote Civil Engineer specializing in transportation planning to join a fully remote team. You will analyze traffic patterns, forecast demand, and design integrated solutions for roads, transit, and non-motorized transport.

Based anywhere in South Africa, you will collaborate with planners, engineers, and analysts using advanced digital tools to influence urban mobility and infrastructure planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on transportation.
• 8+ years of experience in transportation planning and design.
• PrEng registration with ECSA is advantageous.
• Proficiency in traffic modeling software and GIS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct transportation demand modeling and traffic impact studies.
• Develop long-term transportation master plans and corridor studies.
• Design road networks, intersection improvements, and public transport facilities.
• Evaluate the feasibility and sustainability of proposed transportation projects.
• Collaborate with city planners, government officials, and community groups remotely.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and policy recommendations.

Skills

Traffic modeling

Transportation planning

GIS

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering, Transportation

Tools

VISSIM

SIDRA

TransCAD

GIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking Remote Civil Engineer specializing in transportation planning to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for developing sustainable and efficient transportation networks across the nation. You will be responsible for analyzing traffic patterns, forecasting future demand, and designing integrated transportation solutions, including roads, public transit, and non-motorized transport. Working exclusively from your home office, you will collaborate with a diverse team of planners, engineers, and data analysts using advanced digital tools. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-driven professional to make a significant impact on urban mobility and infrastructure planning from anywhere in the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct transportation demand modeling and traffic impact studies.
• Develop long-term transportation master plans and corridor studies.
• Design road networks, intersection improvements, and public transport facilities.
• Evaluate the feasibility and sustainability of proposed transportation projects.
• Collaborate with city planners, government officials, and community groups remotely.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and policy recommendations for transportation initiatives.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in Transportation Engineering or Planning.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in transportation planning and design.
• Professional Engineer (PrEng) registration with ECSA is advantageous.
• Proficiency in traffic modeling software (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA, TransCAD) and GIS.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of transportation policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work setup, offering maximum flexibility and autonomy.
• Access to professional development and training programs.
• Opportunity to influence the future of transportation infrastructure in South Africa .
• Work within a collaborative and innovative remote team environment.