Transportation Engineer - Bloemfontein

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Professional development

Medical aid

Provident fund

Career advancement

Advanced software tools

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Transportation Engineer to join our Bloemfontein team on a hybrid basis. You will plan, design and implement transportation infrastructure including roads, intersections, and public transport systems, contributing to mobility, safety and efficiency in the Free State region.

The role requires a strong background in traffic engineering, transportation planning, and geometric design, with collaboration across civil engineers and urban planners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with specialization in transportation.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in transportation engineering and design.
• Proficiency in traffic analysis and modeling software.
• Strong knowledge of road design standards, traffic control devices, and safety principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D for road design.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities, with experience in hybrid work settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies, capacity analyses, and traffic impact assessments.
• Design road geometrics, intersection layouts, and traffic control systems.
• Develop transportation planning studies and master plans.
• Prepare technical reports, design drawings, and specifications for transportation projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil engineers and urban planners.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant South African road design standards and guidelines.
• Liaise with clients, road authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Utilize transportation engineering software such as PTV Vissim, Synchro, AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase of transportation projects.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Transportation planning

Geometric design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Pr Eng registration with ECSA desirable

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

PTV Vissim

Synchro

Job description

About the Role Our client, a prominent engineering consulting firm, is seeking a skilled Transportation Engineer to join their team in Bloemfontein . This role follows a hybrid work model, combining office-based work with remote flexibility. You will be involved in the planning, design, and implementation of various transportation infrastructure projects, including roads, highways, intersections, and public transport systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, transportation planning, and geometric design. You will contribute to projects that aim to improve mobility, safety, and efficiency within the Free State province and beyond. The company fosters a culture of innovation and professional growth, providing opportunities for engineers to develop their skills and take on greater responsibilities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of essential infrastructure and advance your career in transportation engineering within a respected organization. The successful candidate will be a problem-solver adept at collaborating with diverse project teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies, capacity analyses, and traffic impact assessments.
• Design road geometrics, intersection layouts, and traffic control systems.
• Develop transportation planning studies and master plans.
• Prepare technical reports, design drawings, and specifications for transportation projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil engineers and urban planners.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant South African road design standards and guidelines.
• Liaise with clients, road authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Utilize transportation engineering software such as PTV Vissim, Synchro, AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase of transportation projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field with a specialization in transportation.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in transportation engineering and design.
• Proficiency in traffic analysis and modeling software.
• Strong knowledge of road design standards, traffic control devices, and safety principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D for road design.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities, with experience in hybrid work settings.
• Ability to manage project tasks and deadlines effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities and support for further education.
• Involvement in significant transportation projects impacting the Bloemfontein area.
• Standard employee benefits package including medical aid and provident fund.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing firm.
• Access to advanced transportation engineering software and tools.