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Position Title: Senior Engineer – Transport Policy & Planning
Department: Strategic Planning – Roads & Transport Authority (RTA)
Location: Dubai
Category: Road & Transport Engineering
Experience Level: 5+ years
Education Required: Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Industrial or Architecture Engineering
Nationality: Open to All (UAE Nationals Preferred)
🚀 Position Overview
Join Dubai’s visionary Roads and Transport Authority as a Senior Transportation Policy Engineer and contribute to shaping the future of mobility in one of the world’s most innovative cities. This position plays a critical role in developing and analyzing policies that impact road and public transportation systems, supporting long-term transport strategies for a sustainable urban environment.
🔍 Key Responsibilities
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Conduct in-depth studies and evaluations of transportation policies and demand management strategies.
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Recommend and implement policy improvements based on research and transport data.
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Review and analyze planning scenarios for road infrastructure and public transit systems.
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Design and oversee travel behavior surveys to inform mobility planning.
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Evaluate impacts of proposed policies on commuter behavior and system performance.
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Coordinate with internal departments and external partners for collaborative policy development.
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Research global transportation trends and propose localized solutions for Dubai.
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Prepare presentations, reports, and technical documentation to support strategic initiatives.
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Support high-level decision-making by interpreting urban mobility data and trends.
🎓 Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, Architecture, or a related field.
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Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in transport policy, strategy, or infrastructure planning.
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Strong analytical and project management skills.
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Proficient in statistical methods, transport modeling tools, and policy impact analysis.