Principal Engineer - Roads & Highways

About the role

Egis, an international engineering, consulting and construction firm active in architecture, mobility services and intelligent infrastructure, is looking for a highly experienced Principal Engineer specialising in Roads and Highways to join its engineering practice in Bengaluru, India. As a key technical leader, the role shapes the future of regional transportation infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the design and implementation of complex road and highway projects
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project teams
• Develop innovative and sustainable solutions for transportation infrastructure challenges
• Ensure compliance with local and international design standards and regulations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Conduct technical reviews and quality assurance checks on project deliverables
• Contribute to business development and proposal writing
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies in road and highway engineering

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; Master's degree preferred
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification or equivalent
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in road and highway engineering, with a proven track record of managing large-scale infrastructure projects
• Experience delivering BIM Infrastructure projects and working across disciplines
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and willingness to travel to project sites as required

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of road and highway design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
• In-depth understanding of road and highway design standards and regulations
• Expertise in sustainable and innovative road construction techniques
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication and leadership abilities