Transportation Engineer - Traffic Management

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Transportation Engineer with a focus on traffic management and ITS design. This remote role aims to improve traffic flow, safety, and sustainable mobility across urban and regional settings.

Responsibilities include data analysis, traffic studies, and collaboration with planners and agencies to implement effective solutions using VISSIM/Synchro, while contributing to reports and strategic traffic planning initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a Transportation specialization.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA.
• Minimum 7 years in transportation engineering, focusing on traffic analysis and management.
• Proficiency in traffic modeling and simulation software.
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, highway capacity, and safety standards.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies, data analysis, and capacity assessments to identify network deficiencies.
• Design traffic control plans, signal timing, and geometric improvements for roads and intersections.
• Develop and implement strategies for traffic demand management and sustainable transportation modes.
• Utilize traffic simulation software (e.g., VISSIM, Synchro) to model and evaluate proposed solutions.
• Collaborate with urban planners, government agencies, and stakeholders to integrate transportation plans.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for traffic improvement projects.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Traffic modeling

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Transportation)

Professional registration with ECSA as a Pr Eng.

Tools

VISSIM

Synchro

GIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Transportation Engineer with a specialization in traffic management and planning, offering a fully remote working arrangement. This role is essential for improving the flow of traffic, enhancing road safety, and developing sustainable transportation solutions. You will analyze traffic patterns, design intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and develop strategies to optimize network efficiency across various urban and regional settings. This position is ideal for a forward-thinking engineer who thrives on complex challenges and is looking to make a substantial impact on mobility and infrastructure development from the convenience of their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies, data analysis, and capacity assessments to identify network deficiencies.
• Design traffic control plans, signal timing, and geometric improvements for roads and intersections.
• Develop and implement strategies for traffic demand management and sustainable transportation modes.
• Utilize traffic simulation software (e.g., VISSIM, Synchro) to model and evaluate proposed solutions.
• Collaborate with urban planners, government agencies, and stakeholders to integrate transportation plans.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for traffic improvement projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Pr Eng.
• A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in transportation engineering, focusing on traffic analysis and management.
• Proficiency in traffic modeling and simulation software.
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, highway capacity, and safety standards.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary commensurate with experience and the remote nature of the role.
• Fully remote position providing maximum work-life balance and flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and professional development resources.
• Opportunity to shape the future of transportation infrastructure on a large scale.