Remote Fiber Optics Network Designer & Optimizer

Placements24; Durban; Remote; ZAR 1,489,000 - 2,316,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Work from any location

International health benefits

Home office setup allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Remote Transportation Engineer focused on Road Network Design to conceptualize, design, and optimize road and highway networks across regions. You will analyze traffic flow, safety, and efficiency while collaborating with a diverse, remote team on globally distributed projects.

The role emphasizes strong experience in road design, traffic engineering, and the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and PTV Vissim, with a capability to work independently in a remote setting and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) designation or equivalent international license.
• 7+ years of experience in road/highway design, traffic engineering, and planning.
• Proficiency with transportation engineering software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, PTV Vissim or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of traffic engineering, geometric design standards, and road safety audits.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan road and highway networks, including intersection design and alignment.
• Conduct traffic analysis, capacity studies, and safety assessments using simulation and modeling software.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents for road projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, urban planners, and other engineers in a virtual team environment.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international road design standards and best practices.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings remotely to clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Geometric design

Road safety audits

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

PTV Vissim

Job description

Remote Transportation Engineer - Road Network Design

Our client is seeking a seasoned Remote Transportation Engineer with a focus on Road Network Design to join their expanding global engineering practice. This role involves the conceptualization, design, and optimization of road and highway networks, focusing on traffic flow, safety, and efficiency. You will collaborate with a diverse, remote team of professionals working on projects across various regions, contributing to sustainable transportation solutions. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer who excels in a remote setting and is passionate about improving mobility and connectivity.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Remote Transportation Engineer with a focus on Road Network Design to join their expanding global engineering practice. This role involves the conceptualization, design, and optimization of road and highway networks, focusing on traffic flow, safety, and efficiency. You will collaborate with a diverse, remote team of professionals working on projects across various regions, contributing to sustainable transportation solutions. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer who excels in a remote setting and is passionate about improving mobility and connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and plan road and highway networks, including intersection design, geometric layout, and alignment.
• Conduct traffic analysis, capacity studies, and safety assessments using simulation and modeling software.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents for road projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, urban planners, and other engineers in a virtual team environment.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international road design standards and best practices.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to clients and stakeholders remotely.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) designation or equivalent international professional license.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in road and highway design, traffic engineering, and transportation planning.
• Proficiency with transportation engineering software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, PTV Vissim, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of traffic engineering principles, geometric design standards, and road safety audits.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage tasks independently.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package designed for remote professionals.
• Flexible working hours and the freedom to work from any location.
• Comprehensive international health and wellness benefits.
• Allowance for home office setup and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful transportation projects globally.