Principal Highway Design Engineer
Core
Lead the planning, design, and delivery of major highway and road infrastructure projects in the UAE and Middle East, ensuring technical excellence and safety.
Role type
Principal Highway Design Engineer (Senior IC with leadership)
Builds
Expressways, urban roads, interchanges, junction improvements, and active mobility corridors
Domain
Transportation infrastructure (Highways/Roads) in UAE/GCC
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Geometric design, horizontal/vertical alignment, cross-section design, multidisciplinary coordination, technical report writing, feasibility studies, tender document preparation, client relationship management, team mentoring, business development support
Preferred skills
Chartered/Professional Engineer status (CEng, PE), knowledge of regional standards (RTA, DM, ADM), digital delivery tools (OpenRoads, Civil 3D, Infraworks), road safety engineering, sustainable transport solutions
Technologies
OpenRoads, Civil 3D, Infraworks, AASHTO Green Book, DMRB
Responsibilities
Lead design and delivery of highway projects; Provide technical oversight for geometric design and alignments; Review and integrate designs with structures, drainage, utilities, and traffic teams; Act as technical authority for complex engineering challenges; Prepare and review technical reports, feasibility studies, and tender documents; Engage with clients and regional authorities; Mentor junior engineers; Support business development and proposal preparation
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership