Transportation Engineer - Urban Mobility

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mobility impact

Professional development

Generous leave

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Transportation Engineer to advance urban mobility by planning, designing, and implementing safe, sustainable transport systems for roads, intersections and public transit.

You will conduct traffic studies, develop management strategies, and collaborate with planners and authorities. Requires a Civil Eng degree with Transportation specialization and 5+ years' experience, plus proficiency in VISSIM, SIDRA, and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Transportation specialization.
• 5+ years in transportation engineering and traffic analysis.
• Proficiency in VISSIM, SIDRA INTERSECTION and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of traffic safety principles and road design standards.
• Experience in public transport planning and non-motorized transport infrastructure.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design transportation infrastructure including roads, intersections, and traffic control systems.
• Conduct traffic studies and develop traffic management strategies.
• Evaluate improvements for pedestrian and cyclist safety.
• Collaborate with urban planners, architects and authorities on transportation-related development projects.
• Prepare traffic impact assessments and transportation planning reports.
• Ensure designs comply with national and provincial road design standards and safety guidelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering (Transportation)

Tools

VISSIM

SIDRA INTERSECTION

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking Transportation Engineer to enhance urban mobility solutions in Mossel Bay . This role focuses on the planning, design, and implementation of safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems, including roads, intersections, and public transport infrastructure. You will contribute to shaping the future of movement within the region, addressing traffic flow, safety, and connectivity challenges. Join a progressive team dedicated to creating livable and accessible communities in the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and design transportation infrastructure, including road networks, intersections, and traffic control systems.


• Conduct traffic studies, analyze traffic data, and develop traffic management strategies.


• Evaluate and recommend improvements for pedestrian and cyclist safety.


• Collaborate with urban planners, architects, and government authorities on transportation-related aspects of development projects.


• Prepare traffic impact assessments and transportation planning reports.


• Ensure designs comply with national and provincial road design standards and safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, with a specialization in Transportation Engineering.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation engineering and traffic analysis.


• Proficiency in traffic modeling software (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA INTERSECTION) and AutoCAD.


• Understanding of traffic safety principles and road design standards.


• Experience with public transport planning and non-motorized transport infrastructure.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.


• Opportunity to influence and improve urban mobility in a growing coastal city.


• Access to professional development and continued learning opportunities.


• Generous leave provisions and company benefits.


• A collaborative team environment focused on innovative transportation solutions.