Transportation Engineer - Traffic Planning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Transportation Engineer to plan, design, and optimize mobility systems, enhancing public safety and efficiency. The role involves analyzing traffic patterns, developing intelligent transport solutions, and contributing to urban and inter-urban networks.

You will collaborate with city planners and government agencies in a hybrid work setting, applying engineering rigor to improve urban mobility across Gauteng and South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng) is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in transportation engineering, traffic analysis, and design.
• Proficiency in traffic engineering software, including simulation and analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic impact studies, capacity analyses, and transportation modeling for new developments and infrastructure upgrades.
• Design traffic control measures, intersection improvements, and road network enhancements.
• Develop comprehensive transportation plans and policies promoting sustainable and efficient mobility.
• Utilize traffic simulation software (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA) to evaluate design alternatives and predict traffic performance.
• Collaborate with urban planners to integrate transportation infrastructure with land use planning effectively.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for clients and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Transportation engineering

Geometric design

Traffic software

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (Transportation)

Tools

VISSIM

SIDRA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking Transportation Engineer to join their team in Pretoria . This role is integral to planning, designing, and optimizing transportation systems that enhance mobility and safety for the public. You will analyze traffic patterns, develop intelligent transport solutions, and contribute to the sustainable development of urban and inter-urban transport networks. Working in a hybrid capacity, you will collaborate with city planners, government agencies, and other engineering disciplines to shape the future of transportation in the Gauteng province and across South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic impact studies, capacity analyses, and transportation modeling for new developments and infrastructure upgrades.
• Design traffic control measures, intersection improvements, and road network enhancements.
• Develop comprehensive transportation plans and policies promoting sustainable and efficient mobility.
• Utilize traffic simulation software (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA) to evaluate design alternatives and predict traffic performance.
• Collaborate with urban planners to integrate transportation infrastructure with land use planning effectively.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for clients and regulatory bodies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng) is preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in transportation engineering , traffic analysis, and design.
• Proficiency in traffic engineering software, including simulation and analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, geometric design, and traffic control devices.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to manage project tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a blend of office and remote work.
• Professional development support, including training and conference attendance.
• Exposure to a diverse range of impactful transportation projects.
• Collaborative work environment within a team committed to improving urban mobility.