Senior Transportation Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Durban; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Benefits package

High-profile projects

Advanced tools

Learning & growth

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Transportation Engineer to join our fully remote team and lead the planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.

You will work on roadways, highways, and public transit networks from a home office, mentoring junior staff, conducting analyses, and ensuring compliance with standards while communicating with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in transportation engineering and project delivery.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a Transportation Engineering specialization.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, HCS, Synchro, or VISSIM.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and project management of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Conduct traffic analyses, capacity studies, and simulation modeling.
• Develop engineering designs, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with relevant transportation standards, regulations, and environmental policies.
• Mentor and guide junior transportation engineers and technical staff within the remote team.
• Engage with clients, public agencies, and stakeholders to present project proposals and findings effectively.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Remote collaboration

Traffic engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Transportation Engineering)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a seasoned Senior Transportation Engineer to join their fully remote team and lead the development of efficient and sustainable transportation systems. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the planning, design, and implementation of transportation infrastructure projects, including roadways, highways, and public transit networks. Working from your home office, you will collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that enhance mobility and safety. This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking engineer to make a significant impact on urban and regional development in a flexible, remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and project management of transportation infrastructure projects, such as roadway design , intersection improvements, and traffic management systems.
• Conduct traffic analyses, capacity studies, and simulation modeling to optimize transportation network performance.
• Develop engineering designs , construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with relevant transportation standards, regulations, and environmental policies.
• Mentor and guide junior transportation engineers and technical staff within the remote team.
• Engage with clients, public agencies, and stakeholders to present project proposals and findings effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in transportation engineering and project delivery.
• Proficiency in transportation engineering software, including AutoCAD Civil 3D, HCS, Synchro, or VISSIM.
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, geometric design, and pavement engineering .
• Demonstrated project management experience and strong communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment with a focus on work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile and impactful transportation projects.
• Access to advanced design and analysis tools.
• Continuous learning and professional growth support.
• A dynamic and collaborative virtual team culture.