Senior Engineer - Traffic

Company Description

Job Description

• We're looking for a Senior Engineer - Traffic to join our organization in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
• With 12+ years of professional experience in traffic engineering and a proven track record leading large-scale urban master plan projects with high-rise development components, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of traffic management systems and infrastructure solutions.
• In this role, you will work with cross-functional teams to analyze traffic patterns, develop strategic solutions, and ensure efficient flow of operations across complex urban environments.
• The ideal candidate will bring a detail-oriented approach, strong analytical capabilities, and a commitment to delivering organized, efficient solutions that meet our organization's evolving needs.
• Lead the design and development of traffic management systems and infrastructure solutions for large-scale urban master plan projects, with particular expertise in high-rise development integration and optimization
• Analyze traffic patterns and data using advanced modeling and simulation tools to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and capacity constraints in complex urban environments
• Conduct comprehensive traffic studies and feasibility assessments for new projects and infrastructure improvements, ensuring alignment with high-rise development requirements
• Develop and implement traffic optimization strategies that enhance system performance, reduce congestion, and support sustainable urban growth
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including urban planners, engineers, architects, and government agencies, to align traffic solutions with organizational and regional objectives on master plan initiatives
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of traffic systems, providing recommendations for continuous improvement and adaptive management
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, translating complex engineering concepts for diverse audiences
• Lead and mentor junior engineers and technical teams on assigned projects, providing strategic guidance and fostering professional development
• Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements in traffic engineering and urban infrastructure design
• Ensure all designs and implementations comply with local Saudi Arabian infrastructure standards and regulations, while maintaining international engineering excellence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• 12+ years of professional experience in traffic engineering, traffic management, urban infrastructure design, or related roles
• Proven track record of leading large-scale urban master plan projects with high-rise development components
• Strong proficiency with traffic analysis, modeling, and simulation software tools
• In-depth knowledge of traffic flow dynamics, network capacity planning methodologies, and infrastructure design optimization
• Demonstrated expertise in designing and optimizing complex traffic systems for dense urban environments
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and develop strategic solutions
• Proven project management experience, including budget oversight, timeline management, and stakeholder coordination
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences
• Proficiency in specialized traffic engineering software and real-time monitoring and control systems
• Familiarity with smart city initiatives and intelligent transportation systems (preferred)
• Knowledge of machine learning or artificial intelligence applications in traffic optimization (preferred)
• Understanding of regional infrastructure standards and Saudi Arabian regulatory requirements (preferred)

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