Design Engineer - (Roads and Infrastructure)
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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world.
Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM.
With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand.
We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
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Job Description
- Lead and manage the design development of RTA infrastructure projects including roads, interchanges, utilities, drainage, structures, and associated works in accordance with RTA standards and guidelines.
- Review, coordinate, and approve design deliverables at various stages including concept, preliminary, detailed, and IFC designs.
- Ensure all designs comply with RTA manuals, Dubai Authority requirements (DM, DEWA, Etisalat, Du), and applicable international standards.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary design activities including highways, traffic, structures, drainage, utilities, lighting, ITS, and landscaping.
- Review and provide technical input on design calculations, drawings, specifications, BOQs, and cost estimates.
- Manage design interfaces between roadworks, utilities, structures, and existing infrastructure to eliminate clashes and design conflicts.
- Review and respond to RTA design review comments, ensuring timely incorporation and closure.
- Liaise directly with RTA Engineering, Traffic, and Safety departments during design development and approvals.
- Ensure compliance with road safety audit requirements, traffic staging, and temporary traffic management design.
- Support preparation and review of authority submissions, NOCs, and permits related to RTA projects.
- Participate in design coordination meetings, technical workshops, and value engineering sessions.
- Identify design risks and propose innovative, cost-effective, and constructible solutions.
- Provide technical support during tender stage, including responding to queries, addenda, and clarifications.
- Support construction teams by reviewing RFIs, design changes, and technical queries during execution.
- Mentor junior engineers and ensure design deliverables meet quality, schedule, and RTA approval timelines.
- Ensure proper document control and adherence to the project Design Management Plan and QA/QC procedures.
- Contribute to preparation of as-built drawings and design closeout documentation.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in the UAE
- Knowledge with the local authority procedure, standards and regulations in UAE is essential.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
- BEng or MEng in Civil engineering
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world.
As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings.
Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.
AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions.
Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future.
With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact.
Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned.
Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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