Civil Highway Engineer-in-Training (2+ years of experience)

AECOM; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Civil Highway Engineer-in-Training, where you will be part of a dynamic team working on impactful transportation projects. This role involves developing design criteria, coordinating utility resolutions, and utilizing advanced CADD modeling techniques. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, you will contribute to projects that enhance infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Enjoy a collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and offers opportunities to work on significant projects that shape the future of transportation. Embrace the chance to make a real difference in the world while advancing your career.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Work Options

Employee Assistance Program

Business Travel Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required with EIT Certification.
• 2 years of related experience in highway transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop design criteria and construction phasing plans for transportation projects.
• Collaborate with project engineers to meet client scope, budget, and schedule.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Highway Transportation Projects

MicroStation

Civil3D

OpenRoads Designer

3D CADD Modeling

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

SignCAD

GuideSign

AutoTURN

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

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.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a CIVIL HIGHWAY ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING (EIT) 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 partner with a project engineer to originate calculations, develop plans and models on medium to large scale transportation projects in the Greater Pennsylvania Area.

Current notable projects include:

1. 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
2. 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
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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 responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

1. Develop design criteria, horizontal and vertical alignments, superelevation, barrier/guiderail design, and spot elevation details
2. Develop rigid and flexible pavement designs
3. Prepare signing and pavement marking plans and details
4. Prepare construction phasing plans and develop maintenance of traffic based on interdisciplinary coordination and constructability reviews
5. Identify utility conflicts and coordinate resolutions based on interdisciplinary constructability reviews, client feedback, and utility needs
6. Develop construction quantities and cost estimates
7. Implement 3D CADD modeling techniques
8. Develop technical reports, tables, and graphics per client and/or internal AECOM standards
9. Adhere to and promote AECOM quality procedures
10. 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
11. Acquires skills through education, training, and new experiences
12. Receives guidance and support on new assignments and begins to work independently on more straightforward tasks
13. Accountable for specific portions of a project or process with general oversight.
14. Analyze issues and apply solutions using standard procedures and known techniques
15. Apply judgement within defined parameters to find the best solution
16. Provide feedback about existing procedures and contribute to new ideas and approaches
17. Learn to be responsive to latest information and adapt to modified approaches when circumstances change
18. Apply education, growing industry knowledge, technical capabilities and experience to perform assignments
19. May support development of less experienced colleagues

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program plus two (2) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, with highway transportation projects located in the United States
2. EIT Certification
3. Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices
4. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review
5. Demonstrated knowledge of MicroStation, Civil3D, and/or OpenRoads Designer

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Familiarity with SignCAD or GuideSign, and AutoTURN software programs
2. Design experience working on projects for PennDOT and/or the PA Turnpike Commission
3. Ability and willingness to operate within a hybrid work environment with hybrid teams
4. Ability to utilize spreadsheet, word processing, and standard office software
5. Be curious and proactive

Additional Information

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.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $70,000.00 - $100,000.00.

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: J10122517

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc