WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Principal Engineer - Junction Modelling

Transportation EngineeringUpdated on Nov 6

Full-timeNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
A Master's degree in Transport or equivalent is required.
Postgraduate experience of up to 9+ years is specified.
Experience in Junctions Capacity Modelling using Junctions 9 or LinSig is required.
Experience in Traffic Signals Design and preliminary and concept road layout design is required.
A good understanding of Microsoft Office is required, with focus on Word and Excel.
Understanding of design general principles and software theories and limitations is required.
The role requires preparing 2500 documentation and carrying out MOVA/UTC design work.
Experience supporting signals specifications is required.
Experience with AutoCAD, Vehicle Tracking and Key SIGNALS is required.
The role requires the ability to work as part of a team and under guidance, and to work within prescribed timelines and budget constraints.
Good written and spoken English and a track record of writing technical reports are required.

Responsibilities

Quality-check data and model outputs.
Research and review design options for technical and economic impact.
Support Project Managers in completing assigned tasks on time and to WSP's expected standards.
Take ownership of assigned tasks and find solutions where required.
Support senior colleagues in maintaining contact with UK offices on modelling and design tasks.
Work independently or with minimal guidance where required.
Embed Health and Safety in work practices in line with company policies.
Communicate clearly in writing and verbally with colleagues in India and the UK on project-related technical and day-to-day matters.
Work within project constraints, including time, budget and resources.
Attend and contribute to team and project meetings.
Complete accurate timesheets by the set deadline.

Desired Qualifications

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 schemes.
Presenting a paper at or publishing in a recognised national or international journal or conference is highly desirable.

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.

Qualifications required

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering;
Masters in Transport or equivalent; and
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”.

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 rask;
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; and
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.

About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Montreal, Canada
Founded: 1959

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