Principal engineer - traffic signals design

An experienced candidate with in-depth experience in Junctions Capacity Modelling (Junctions 9/ LinSig), Traffic Signals Design, Preliminary and concept road layout design is required to join our established team which serves the UK private development and public sector markets. The UK team offers clients a wide range of multi-disciplinary services including transport modelling of local junctions and signalised networks, pedestrians and regional / strategic transport systems.

The appointed candidate will be supporting the successful teams which are working on a wide variety of high-profile projects in London, across the UK and internationally. They will be involved in the development and application of transport models, junction traffic junction design and analysis.

The successful candidate would be expected to expand their role in the future to include management of projects and development / training of staff in Noida/ Bengaluru to grow the capability.

The role presents an excellent opportunity to progress your career and work within a successful team whilst at the same time growing the Junctions modelling capability in the WSP India to support the UK lead Development discipline.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Quality checks of data and model outputs;
• Research and review design options for both technical and economic impact;
• Support Project Managers for on time completion of tasks assigned and to WSP’s expected standards;
• Take ownership of tasks assigned and search for solutions where required;
• Support seniors in maintaining healthy contact with different UK offices for modelling and design tasks;
• Zeal to grow self and dedication towards working independently/ with minimal guidance where required;
• Ensure that Health & Safety is embedded into all work practices in line with company policies;
• Clear communication (verbal and written) with colleagues in India and the UK on all matters – project related technical communication and day-to-day matters;
• Work within project constraints; such as time, budget and resource; and
• Attend and contribute in team and project meetings;

Key Competencies/ Skills

Mandatory Skills

• Understanding of Design General principles;
• Understanding of software’s theories and limitations;
• Experience of having worked on Junctions 9 & LinSig;
• Prepare 2500 documentation and carry out MOVA / UTC design work;
• Experience in supporting Signals Specifications;
• Experience of AutoCAD; Vehicle Tracking;
• Experience in Key SIGNALS;
• Ability to work as part of a team and to work under guidance;
• An understanding of the necessity to work within prescribed timeline and budget constraints;
• Good understanding MS Office applications with focus on Word and Excel;
• Good written and spoken English and track record of writing Technical reports;

Desired Skills

• Understanding of fundamental modelling and design techniques, traffic signals operation and CAD standards, including modelling guidelines and CD / Local authority codes and standards;
• Previous experience and capability in Junction modelling, swept path analysis, parking design, signals and junction improvement scheme;
• Paper presented at / published in recognised national / internal journal(s)/ conference(s) will be highly desirable;
• Complete accurate timesheets by set deadline.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications required

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering;
• Masters in Transport or equivalent;
• Good understanding of MS-Office skills.

Years of experience

• Postgraduate with to up to 9+ years’ experience.

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner.

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