Civil Engineer - Highway Design - job 1 of 2

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AECOM is seeking a CIVIL HIGHWAY ENGINEER to be based in the Greater Philadelphia Area. AECOM has offices in Philadelphia and Conshohocken, PA as well as Newark, DE.

In this role, you will provide technical leadership to teams working on medium to large scale transportation projects in the Greater Pennsylvania Area. 

Current notable projects include:

• I-95 RECONSTRUCTION (Philadelphia, PA) – Urban interstate reconstruction including interchange ramp and local roadway re-alignments, traffic control, and utility coordination in final design to mitigate level of service and improve existing conditions
• STATE RD RECONSTRUCTION (Bucks County, PA) – Suburban arterial reconstruction including right-of-way plan development, roadway geometry, pavement design, traffic control, and utility coordination in preliminary engineering to mitigate existing roadway flooding
• SR1 RECONSTRUCTION (Chester County, PA) – Freeway reconstruction including profile adjustments, interchange reconstruction, interchange ramp realignments, multiple roundabout designs, trail designs, and side road alignment adjustments. 
• US-22 RECONSTRUCTION (Allentown, PA) – Urban interstate widening from 4 to 6 lanes. Project Includes bridge replacement, interchange reconfiguration, stream relocation, sound barriers, safety improvements, traffic control, and utility coordination.
• I-81 RECONSTRUCTION (Avoca, Moosic, and Scranton, PA) - Urban Interstate reconstruction including mainline widening, 2 interchanges being fully reconstructed including ramp realignments, intersection improvements, right-of- way coordination, and structure coordination for 15 bridges along mainline and ramps. 

The ideal CIVIL HIGHWAY ENGINEER candidate will be experienced in delegating tasks to less experienced engineers and be comfortable providing technical guidance and support to those individuals. The ideal candidate will also be a professional engineer licensed in Pennsylvania who has prior experience with PennDOT publications, manuals, and processes.

Why AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for generations to come. At AECOM, we believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone – uplifting communities, improving access and sustaining our planet.

As populations grow, so do demands for safe, expedient and cost-effective transportation. We work with clients around the world to build, modernize and expand transportation projects that carry all our communities into the future, safely and reliably. We use our extensive knowledge in planning, designing and managing transportation systems, as well as restoring and replacing aging infrastructure, to help our public and private clients find smarter, more advanced ways to move people across cities, countries, and continents.

Our integrated approach and social responsibility has earned us trust of local municipalities, government agencies, commercial clients, and public-private partnerships. Our expertise and global reach enable us to deliver high-quality solutions for our clients that pave the way for long-lasting benefits to society.

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
• Develop rigid and flexible pavement designs
• Prepare signing and pavement marking plans and details
• Prepare construction phasing plans and develop maintenance of traffic based on interdisciplinary coordination and constructability reviews
• 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
• Possess strong technical skills acquired through advanced training, study and experience
• 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
• Actively participates in professional or industry organizations as a committee member
• 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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering plus four (4) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, with highway transportation projects located in the United States
• EIT Certification 
• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices
• As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review
• Demonstrated knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with OpenRoads, SignCAD or GuideSign, and AutoTURN software programs
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineering License (PE) within 1-2 years
• Design experience working on projects for PennDOT and/or the PA Turnpike Commission
• Ability and willingness to operate within a hybrid work environment with hybrid teams
• Ability to utilize spreadsheet, word processing, and standard office software
• Ability and willingness to offer mentorship to various levels of staff

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

We are interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States.  Permanent residency sponsorship is available for current H1-B visa holders in the United States.

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.