Civil / Highway Engineer - Transportation Design

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

Join AECOM's Civil Engineer - Highway / Transportation Design Team in Pittsburgh, PA to work on a variety of challenging and interesting projects. Projects range from roadway and site-civil design, highway and bridge projects, traffic engineering analysis, and transportation planning studies. We work on a hybrid office schedule with 3 days in the office / field and 2 days remote.

Recent notable projects include :

I-80 Reconstruction (Jefferson County, PA) - Six-mile section of rural interstate reconstruction including mainline widening, interchange ramp improvements, and reconstruction of two overhead bridges.

I-70 Reconstruction (Washington County, PA) - Model-based delivery project for a six-mile section of rural interstate reconstruction including mainline widening, interchange ramp improvements, and reconstruction of 18 structures through the corridor.

W Washington St Reconstruction (Bradford, PA) - Drainage model-based delivery pilot project for a one-mile section of urban corridor, including full depth roadway reconstruction, sidewalk improvements and drainage upgrades.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to :

Develop design criteria, horizontal and vertical alignments, superelevation, barrier / guiderail design, and spot elevation details

Identify utility conflicts and coordinate resolutions based on interdisciplinary constructability reviews, client feedback, and utility needs

Develop construction specifications, quantities, and cost estimates

Implement 3D CADD modeling techniques

Develop technical reports, tables, and graphics per client and / or internal AECOM standards

Adhere to and promote AECOM quality procedures

Complete interdisciplinary technical reviews

Contribute to internal project-related staffing decisions to facilitate meeting client schedule, scope, and budget

Prepare presentations that explain technical findings, recommendations, and limitations

Work collaboratively as part of a larger design team to proactively meet the client's scope, budget, and schedule through ethical and responsible decision making.

Provide support to AECOM project managers and department managers

Attributes

Independently analyzes and applies solutions to challenging issues within area of expertise by applying critical thinking

Applies broad knowledge of at least one professional discipline or advanced knowledge of specific technical and operational practices

Prepares project deliverables that are reviewed by senior team members

Obtains technical certificates and licenses, where applicable

Contributes in one or more areas of knowledge, providing proposed improvements to existing processes and delivering solutions where precedent may not exist

Performs a self-check of work products prior to submitting to others

Performs technical quality reviews including documentation in project record in accordance with policies and procedures

Assists with proposals to provide services or obtain funding for projects or programs

Work is accomplished autonomously on small projects or portions of larger projects within established procedures and practices

Generally free to determine work priorities based on direction from manager and project team leads

Begins to interact directly with client to gather information and discuss project requirements

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent engineering degree plus four (4) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification

Demonstrated experience using Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD), AutoCAD Civil 3D and / or similar design highway or transportation design applications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Design experience with PennDOT and / or Pennsylvania Turnpike projects

Experience in civil engineering with an emphasis on Roadway, Drainage, Traffic, Site-Civil projects

Demonstrated experience with spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software (MS Office)?

Ability and willingness to offer mentorship to various levels of staff

Ability and willingness to operate within a hybrid work schedule environment with hybrid teams

Professional Engineer (PE) License in any state, or ability to obtain PE within 1 year of hire

Degree accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $85,000.00 - $130,000.00.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID : J10129871

Business Line : Transportation

Business Group : DCS

Strategic Business Unit : East

Career Area : Engineering

Work Location Model : Hybrid

Compensation : USD 85000 - USD 130000 - yearly