Entry Level Transportation Engineer

About the position

AECOM is seeking an Entry Level Transportation Engineer to be based in Chicago, Illinois. This position is expected to begin May 2025. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Builds analytic and design skills. 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. Follows internal quality control processes. Collects and analyzes data 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.

Responsibilities

• Builds analytic and design skills.
• 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.
• Follows internal quality control processes.
• Collects and analyzes data 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Nice-to-haves

• Engineer-in-Training or ability to obtain EIT (FE) registration within 6 months is preferred.
• Experience in Civil Engineering design is preferred.
• Experience with multiple elements of highway design, including but not limited to highway design (alignments/geometry, roadside design, pavement, traffic control, etc.), railroad and track design, plan and contract document preparation, drainage design, stormwater management and permitting, utilities.
• Familiarity with Microstation is desirable.
• Experience with Geopak is a plus.

Benefits

• 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, employee stock purchase plan.