Market
Cities & Places
Traffic Design Engineer - Associate Director
Jacobs
Design
London, UK
Posted on Dec 9, 2025
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
At Jacobs, we’re redefining how communities move, connect, and thrive.
We’re excited to announce an opportunity for an Associate Director to lead the design and delivery of active travel, public transport, and streetscape schemes that transform everyday journeys in our London office.
Your expertise will make a lasting impact. You’ll bring a deep understanding of designing active travel networks, public transport solutions, and streetscape schemes that make cities safer and more inclusive. With your knowledge of key design standards—such as LTN 1/20, LTN 1/24, and Manual for Streets—you’ll ensure every project meets the highest benchmarks for quality and safety.
You’ll apply advanced modelling tools to assess multimodal network impacts and develop innovative, cost-effective strategies that solve complex challenges. Through clear and confident communication, you’ll engage clients, present ideas that inspire, and deliver solutions that exceed expectations.
Your awareness of emerging trends—net zero, decarbonisation, and digital technologies—will help Jacobs stay ahead of industry change and lead the way in creating sustainable, future-ready transport systems.
In this role, you’ll lead with impact, driving bold designs for active travel and public realm projects that truly make a difference. You’ll build strong, lasting relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring exceptional service.
You’ll mentor and inspire junior colleagues, fostering growth and sharing knowledge that elevates the entire team. And as you shape transformative projects, you’ll shape your own future—unlocking opportunities for business development and career progression, supported by a global team that values your ambition and expertise.
You’ll join a collaborative team delivering high-profile projects for clients such as Transport for London, London boroughs, Essex County Council, Kent County Council, Hertfordshire County Council, and Heathrow Airport Ltd.
Some of our recent projects that may have impacted you directly include TfL’s Bus Priority Programme, Kent Fastrack, Silvertown Tunnel, Elephant & Castle regeneration, Highbury Corner, and Cycle Enfield.
So, are you passionate about creating sustainable transport solutions and vibrant, inclusive streets? Join us and bring your expertise to projects that make a real difference. We offer the flexibility, resources, and support to help you thrive—because when you succeed, our communities succeed.
Here's what you'll need
Degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning, or related discipline.
Proven experience in Traffic Engineering and application of modelling.
Strong understanding of active travel design principles and relevant standards
Experience in the use of local junction and microsimulation software
Experience of wider Transport Planning specialisms-e.g. Development Planning, Policy
Chartered or working towards professional accreditation (CEng, TPP, or similar).
Our colleagues enjoy project diversity and global reach within collaborative and innovative work environment as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.
We are committed to sustainability and cutting-edge technologies that will enhance your skills whilst also offering competitive compensation and benefits package including :
Up to 10% pension
24 days (+10 days bought) holidays
Free medical and income protection insurance and many more!
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Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.
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As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
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Locations
| City | State | Country |
|---|---|---|
| London | Greater London | United Kingdom |
