About the role
Traffic civil engineers are specialized in the planning, design, and operation of transport systems. They often have a civil engineering degree in road and water construction or equivalent, with a focus on traffic and transport. Their work is crucial for creating sustainable and efficient transport solutions in society.Responsibilities
Traffic civil engineers are responsible for analyzing traffic flows, designing road networks and traffic systems, and developing strategies for traffic safety. They work on providing the basis for decisions on infrastructure projects and can also be involved in research and development. Their work contributes to reducing congestion and environmental impact.Skills and tools
Traffic civil engineers need good knowledge in traffic planning, statistics, and simulation of traffic systems. They use tools such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and CAD (Computer-Aided Design), as well as software for traffic modeling. Analytical ability, problem-solving, and communication skills are central to the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are samhällsplanering, samhällsbyggnad and geografiskt informationssystem/gis.