Roadway Engineer 1

Atlas; Sandersville (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas in Sandersville, GA is seeking an Entry-level Transportation Engineer to support roadway design projects under supervision. You will learn transportation engineering principles, prepare drawings, calculations, and cost estimates for public works, helping communities prosper with safe, sustainable designs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and readiness to travel up to 5%. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with Bentley MicroStation or OpenRoads is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• No minimum experience required.
• Basic awareness of problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Basic awareness of digital literacy skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification; ability to obtain license within 1 year of hire date (preferred).
• Must be competent in using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of Bentley Microstation or Open Roads preferred.
• Ability to travel 5% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Develops basic roadway geometric design and related tasks by researching, analyzing, selecting, and applying engineering concepts and criteria.
• Prepares layout drawings, construction details, design calculations, and reports for Transportation Engineering projects.
• Develops project objectives by reviewing proposals and plans and presenting to management.
• Documents engineering calculations and decisions by maintaining reports in forms/databases.
• Applies regulatory requirements to ensure designs comply with standards and regulations.
• Develops roadway engineering knowledge through training, reading publications, and mentorship by licensed engineers.

Skills

Problem solving

Digital literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bentley Microstation

OpenRoads

Job description

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Develops basic Roadway Engineering design components for assigned client projects based on the client's needs as they relate to the planning, execution, and delivery of transportation plans and/or roadway designs. Works under the direct supervision of a registered professional engineer to develop an in-depth knowledge of Transportation Engineering principles, roadway design techniques, and industry standards/procedures to effectively produce plans, specifications, and cost estimates for public works projects.

Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Develops basic roadway geometric design and related tasks by researching, analyzing, selecting, and applying engineering concepts, approaches, techniques, and criteria.
• Prepares layout drawings, construction details, design calculations, and reports for assigned Transportation Engineering projects.
• Develops engineering project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans, presenting to management.
• Documents engineering calculations and decisions by maintaining all applicable reports in the assigned forms and/or databases.
• Applies functional knowledge of Transportation Engineering regulatory requirements to ensure roadway engineering designs comply with relevant engineering standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Develops roadway engineering job knowledge by attending training sessions, reading technical publications, and working closely with registered professional engineers.

You’ll thrive here if you

• Bachelor's degree required.
• No minimum experience required.
• Basic awareness of problem solving and decision-making skills
• Basic awareness of digital literacy skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Ability to obtain license within 1 year of hire date within 1 Year Preferred.
• Must be competent in using Microsoft Office software (i.e. Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of Bentley Microstation or Openroads preferred
• Ability to travel 5% of the time.

What You Can Expect From Us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About The Job

• Career Level: Entry-level
• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.