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Al Ain, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates · On-site
Mid level$1.2B raised
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Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates · On-site
Senior+$1.2B raised
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · Hybrid
$75k–$95k/yr
Entry level$1.2B raised
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Contract
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, AD&D, Disability benefits
Posted 4d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Senior Highway Design Engineer leads the technical delivery of highway design packages, providing engineering leadership, multidisciplinary coordination, and mentoring for junior staff. They are responsible for ensuring high-quality design solutions that meet client requirements while maintaining project budgets and technical excellence.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and 8–12 years of relevant highway design experience, with strong expertise in UAE infrastructure projects. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Bentley OpenRoads, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD is required, along with knowledge of RTA and AASHTO design standards.
Full job description
Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
The Senior Highway Design Engineer leads the technical delivery of highway design packages across all project stages, providing engineering leadership, multidisciplinary coordination, mentoring of junior staff, and direct client engagement. The role is responsible for ensuring high-quality design solutions that satisfy client requirements while maintaining programme, budget, and technical excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Lead the geometric and detailed design of major highway infrastructure projects.
Develop innovative engineering solutions for complex transportation challenges.
Review and approve highway design calculations, drawings, reports, and specifications.
Lead design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination, and technical workshops.
Resolve complex engineering issues throughout project delivery.
Lead Value Engineering studies and design optimisation exercises.
Ensure compliance with RTA, Dubai Municipality, AASHTO and international design standards.
Review temporary traffic management and construction staging proposals.
Provide technical support during construction including RFIs, NCRs, design revisions and engineering assessments.
Project Management Support
Plan and manage assigned design packages.
Monitor project schedules and resource allocation.
Coordinate internal and external design interfaces.
Identify project risks and develop mitigation measures.
Support project managers in commercial and programme reporting.
Client Management
Act as technical point of contact for clients.
Attend client meetings and technical presentations.
Respond to authority review comments.
Support authority approvals and stakeholder coordination.
People Leadership
Mentor Highway Design Engineers and Graduate Engineers.
Review junior engineers' work prior to submission.
Support technical development and knowledge sharing.
Contribute to staff performance reviews and development planning.
Quality and Governance
Ensure compliance with AECOM Quality Management System.
Lead independent design checks.
Promote continuous improvement and best practices.
Ensure lessons learned are incorporated into future projects.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
Master's degree is desirable.
Experience
8–12 years of highway design experience.
Extensive experience delivering major highway projects.
Strong UAE experience.
Experience with RTA infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
Technical Expertise
Highway geometric design
Junction and interchange design
Corridor modelling
Earthworks optimisation
Road safety engineering
Utility coordination
Construction staging
Design management
Value Engineering
Design risk management
Software Proficiency
Bentley OpenRoads Designer
Civil 3D
MicroStation
AutoCAD
ProjectWise
Bluebeam
Microsoft Office
Experience with BIM collaboration environments is highly desirable.
Additional Information
Knowledge
RTA Road Design Manual
Dubai Municipality standards
AASHTO
Local authority approval processes
Highway BIM standards
Construction methodologies
Design management principles
Leadership Competencies
Technical leadership
Client relationship management
Decision making
Mentoring and coaching
Communication and presentation
Commercial awareness
Risk management
Stakeholder engagement
Key Performance Indicators
Technical quality of deliverables
Project programme performance
Budget performance
Client satisfaction
Successful authority approvals
Team development and mentoring
Design innovation
Quality compliance
Resource utilization
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
We are the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world.
Industry
Civil Engineering
Company size
10,001+ employees
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
LinkedIn followers
2,509,289
Total funding
$1.2B
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
Offices: 13355 Noel Road, Suite 400, Dallas, Texas 75240, US · 300 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, California 90071, US · 21 Street 9, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE · 1360 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, US · 1150 Morrison Dr, Ottawa, ON K2H 8S9, CA
We are the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world.
Industry
Civil Engineering
Company size
10,001+ employees
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
LinkedIn followers
2,509,289
Total funding
$1.2B
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
Offices: 13355 Noel Road, Suite 400, Dallas, Texas 75240, US · 300 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, California 90071, US · 21 Street 9, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE · 1360 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, US · 1150 Morrison Dr, Ottawa, ON K2H 8S9, CA