Transport Planning Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybride; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Influence urban development and policy

Access to advanced planning tools

Professional development resources

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Transport Planning Engineer to join our team. This role is remote with a focus on projects within Pretoria and surrounding areas, shaping urban mobility through data analysis, transport strategies, and sustainable system design.

You will leverage modeling tools to optimize traffic flow, improve public transport accessibility, and plan for future transportation needs, contributing to a more efficient and accessible network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Master's degree in Transport Planning or Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transport planning, traffic engineering, or related disciplines.
• Proficiency in transportation modeling software and GIS tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent report writing and stakeholder engagement.

Responsabilités

• Conduct traffic studies, data analysis, and demand forecasting for road networks and public transport systems.
• Develop transport plans including network improvements and public transit enhancements.
• Use transportation modeling software to simulate planning scenarios.
• Collaborate with urban planners, government authorities and stakeholders.
• Prepare reports, presentations and technical documentation for proposals and engagements.
• Assess environmental and social impacts of proposed transport infrastructure and policies.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multimodal planning

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field

Master's degree in Transport Planning or Engineering (preferred)

Outils

VISSIM

TransCAD

GIS tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking Transport Planning Engineer to join their team, working remotely with a focus on projects within Pretoria and surrounding areas. This role is instrumental in shaping the future of urban mobility by analyzing traffic patterns, developing transportation strategies, and designing sustainable transport systems. You will leverage data and modeling tools to optimize traffic flow, improve public transport accessibility, and plan for future transportation needs. This position is ideal for an individual passionate about urban planning and sustainable transport solutions, contributing to a more efficient and accessible transportation network.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies, data analysis, and demand forecasting for road networks and public transport systems.
• Develop comprehensive transport plans, including network improvements, traffic management strategies, and public transit enhancements.
• Utilize transportation modeling software (e.g., VISSIM, TransCAD) to simulate and evaluate different planning scenarios.
• Collaborate with urban planners, government authorities, and stakeholders to align transport plans with development goals.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and technical documentation for project proposals and client engagements.
• Assess the environmental and social impacts of proposed transport infrastructure and policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• A Master's degree in Transport Planning or Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transport planning, traffic engineering, or related disciplines.
• Proficiency in transportation modeling software and GIS tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for report writing and stakeholder engagement.
• Understanding of sustainable transportation principles and multimodal planning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular performance reviews and potential for bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to influence urban development and transportation policy in Pretoria.
• Access to advanced planning tools and professional development resources.
• Supportive virtual team environment with regular virtual collaboration sessions.