Transport Planning Engineer - Urban Mobility

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development support

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Transport Planning Engineer in Stellenbosch, Western Cape to shape urban mobility. You will analyze traffic patterns, plan public transport networks, and assess development impacts on transport infrastructure.

The role emphasizes sustainable mobility, collaboration with government and developers, and the use of traffic modelling tools to optimize network performance, with a hybrid work setup and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Transport Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Urban Planning.
• Minimum 5 years in transport planning and/or traffic engineering.
• Proficiency with transport modelling software (PTV Vissim, TransCAD, Cube).
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, public transport systems, and sustainable mobility strategies.
• Excellent analytical, report writing, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct transportation studies, including traffic demand forecasting and network analysis.
• Develop comprehensive transport plans for urban and regional areas, focusing on sustainability and accessibility.
• Evaluate the impact of proposed developments on existing transport infrastructure.
• Collaborate with government agencies, developers, and community groups to integrate transport planning initiatives.
• Utilize traffic modeling software to simulate and optimize transport network performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Presentation skills

Traffic engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transport Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Urban Planning

Tools

PTV Vissim

TransCAD

Cube

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking Transport Planning Engineer to join their team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role is dedicated to shaping the future of urban mobility by developing sustainable and efficient transportation solutions. You will be involved in analyzing traffic patterns, planning public transport networks, and assessing the impact of new developments on the transport infrastructure. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence urban planning and contribute to creating more liveable and accessible cities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct transportation studies, including traffic demand forecasting and network analysis.
• Develop comprehensive transport plans for urban and regional areas, focusing on sustainability and accessibility.
• Evaluate the impact of proposed developments on existing transport infrastructure.
• Collaborate with government agencies, developers, and community groups to integrate transport planning initiatives.
• Utilize traffic modeling software to simulate and optimize transport network performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Transport Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Urban Planning.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transport planning and/or traffic engineering.
• Proficiency with transport modeling software (e.g., PTV Vissim, TransCAD, Cube).
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, public transport systems, and sustainable mobility strategies.
• Excellent analytical, report writing, and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work on innovative projects that enhance urban environments.
• Support for professional development and continuing education.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Collaborative and dynamic team environment.