Highway Project Engineer I

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Philadelphia County is seeking a Civil Engineer to handle design responsibilities including project analysis, computations, and client coordination. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and have 5-10 years of relevant experience. The role involves working within an office environment and occasional fieldwork, performing primarily sedentary tasks.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in a specialized discipline required.
• Proficient in discipline-specific design software.
• Experience working with local clients is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project requirements and develop reports.
• Perform design computations and prepare contract plans.
• Coordinate with other disciplines in project design.

Skills

Ability to analyze project requirements

Proficiency in design software

Strong written and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position summary: Responsible for engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments with limited supervision.

This position is available in either our Philadelphia, PA or Fort Washington, PA office.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Analyze project requirements and information from alternative studies to develop an accurate report for submittal.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects/tasks
• Perform design computations
• Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools
• Develop or review the construction cost estimate.
• Prepare and compile contract plans, specifications and estimates
• Attend meetings with clients and assist taking meeting minutes
• Coordinate with other disciplines and understand how they fit into the project and design.
• Quality review of project design in accordance with the Project Management Plan.
• Technical oversight and guidance/support of Design Engineers within department

Nonessential functions and responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited engineering program
• 5-10 years’ experience in specialized discipline
• Proficient in discipline specific design software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Written and communication skills

Qualifications preferred

• Professional Engineer License (preferred)
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.