Entry Level Highway Design Civil Engineer

$56,680 - $77,936/Yr

AECOM - Mechanicsburg, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Mechanicsburg, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

AECOM is seeking an Entry Level Highway Design Civil Engineer to join their Mid-Atlantic Transportation team in Mechanicsburg, PA. This role involves working on a variety of transportation projects, focusing on highway design and engineering under the supervision of experienced engineers. The position is flexible, with a start date in early 2025 for December 2024 graduates or spring/summer 2025 for May/June 2025 graduates.

Responsibilities

• Conducts engineering design under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Uses computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.
• Design of roadway geometry, traffic control, signing and pavement markings.
• Utility coordination support.
• Computer Aided Design production.
• Calculation of quantities and cost estimates.
• Assists in the preparation of technical reports and memoranda.
• Participates in field visits and site inspections to gather data and assess project conditions.
• Contributes to the development of environmental impact assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Assists in the preparation of permit applications and regulatory compliance documents.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to integrate various aspects of highway design projects.
• Supports the development of project schedules and helps monitor project progress.
• Participates in client meetings and presentations under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assists in the review of contractor submittals and RFIs (Requests for Information).
• Contributes to the development of construction specifications and contract documents.
• Supports quality control processes by checking calculations and drawings produced by team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience.
• Participating in an academic track with focus in transportation, highways, roadways, traffic and/or pavement design.

Nice-to-haves

• Pursuing degree from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Demonstrate effective time management, task prioritization, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work productively in a team environment.
• Professionalism in verbal and written communications.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities/work schedules.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• NCEES FE (any state).
• Technical experience preferred in MicroStation & AutoCAD, Bentley OpenRoads, and/or InRoads, Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Prior relevant internship experience is a plus.
• Receptive to comments and direction provided by others.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits
• Paid time off
• Leaves of absences
• Voluntary benefits
• Perks
• Well-being resources
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan