Senior Pedestrian Modeller

Overview

Develop & analyze pedestrian simulation models for transit facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• model development
• model validation
• dynamic modelling
• technical reporting
• client interaction
• collaboration

Tasks

-Validate, test, and document simulation models to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance with industry standards. -Engage directly with clients to understand requirements, tailor simulation approaches, and provide technical support throughout implementation. -Monitor emerging trends and research in passenger behaviour and modelling techniques to continuously improve methodologies. -Apply both static and dynamic modelling techniques, integrating data-driven insights such as demographics, user preferences, and crowd dynamics to improve accuracy and realism. -Prepare clear technical reports, visualizations, and presentations to communicate modelling results and insights to clients and stakeholders. -Mentor and support junior team members, fostering knowledge-sharing and professional development. -Train and mentor junior staff. -Foster collaboration across WSP within India and globally. -Collaborate with cross-functional teams—such as data scientists, software developers, and project managers—to integrate models into products and project deliverables. -Develop, calibrate, and maintain advanced passenger behaviour simulation models across multiple transportation modes, including rail, bus, air, and urban mobility systems.

Requirements

• python
• matlab
• massmotion
• vba
• bachelor's
• analytical

What You Bring

-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work on complex mathematical models and algorithms. -Familiarity with transportation systems, crowd dynamics, and human factors is highly advantageous. -Knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., MATLAB, R) is a plus. -Strong communication and documentation skills. -Previous experience in performing passenger movement analysis in major transit facilities will be an asset. -Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and/or Excel with VBA. -Proven experience in developing passenger behavior simulation models within transportation, urban planning, or related industries. -International professional qualification, or eligibility to be registered as such. -Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban/Transportation Planning, Civil/Transportation Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field. -Exposure to international delivery models and remote collaboration. -Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India. -Direct experience in both static and dynamic passenger modelling, such as Legion, Viswalk, and MassMotion will be an asset. -Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

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About Wsp

-Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions. -Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail. -Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments. -Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.

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-employment is contingent on successful completion of a background verification (bgv) by a third‑party agency. -candidates must provide accurate and complete information and documents during recruitment.