Principal Transport Engineer

Principal Transport Engineer – NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

Location : Wellington or Auckland

Overview

Join NZTA as a Principal Transport Engineer and shape the future of New Zealand’s land transport system. You will lead nationally on transport engineering, system performance, and network optimisation, delivering integrated, future‑focused transport solutions that deliver value for money.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide authoritative technical leadership in transport engineering, optimisation, ITS and network performance.
• Shape national transport engineering practice, integrating lessons, innovation and international best practice.
• Set and monitor network performance expectations, especially in urban areas.
• Advise on capital projects and transport operations, supporting balanced design solutions.
• Collaborate with safety engineers, planners, councils, contractors and stakeholders.
• Contribute to national programmes, guidelines and standards.
• Represent NZTA at industry events and respond to technical inquiries.
• Mentor junior team members and support continuous improvement in System Performance.

Qualifications & Experience

Benefits

How to Apply

Apply online via or click ‘Apply for this Job’ to upload your CV and cover letter. The application deadline is 27 October 2025.

Applicants must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

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