Transportation Engineer - Traffic Modeling & Urban Mobility

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive salary package

comprehensive medical aid

retirement fund benefits

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Transportation Engineer for Upington, Northern Cape, to lead traffic studies, planning and road network improvements. You will model traffic using VISSIM/SIDRA and prepare planning reports for municipal projects.

The role requires a BEng/BSc in Civil Eng (Transportation), 5+ years of experience, and registration with ECSA preferred. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of SA policies are essential.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng) is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation engineering, traffic analysis, and network planning.
• Proficiency in traffic engineering software (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA, AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to traffic dynamics.
• Good understanding of South African traffic legislation and transportation policies.
• Experience in urban transportation planning within the Northern Cape is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies, including traffic counts, origin-destination surveys, and intersection analysis.
• Develop traffic management plans and strategies for new developments and existing road networks.
• Utilize traffic simulation software (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA) to model traffic flow and predict impacts.
• Design road geometric layouts, intersection improvements, and traffic control devices.
• Prepare transportation planning reports, feasibility studies, and impact assessments.
• Collaborate with municipal planners, engineers, and other stakeholders on transportation-related projects.
• Contribute to the development of integrated transport plans for the Upington area.
• Ensure designs and recommendations align with national road safety standards and best practices.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Traffic engineering

Road safety

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

BEng/BSc in Civil Engineering (Transportation)

Tools

VISSIM

SIDRA

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Transportation Engineer for Upington, Northern Cape, to lead traffic studies, planning and road network improvements. You will model traffic using VISSIM/SIDRA and prepare planning reports for municipal projects.

The role requires a BEng/BSc in Civil Eng (Transportation), 5+ years of experience, and registration with ECSA preferred. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of SA policies are essential.