Transportation Roadway Designer

AtkinsRéalis; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with 100% vesting

Paid Time Off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Transportation Roadway Designer in Jacksonville, FL to support FDOT District Two as an extension of staff. You will develop roadway plans, coordinate with teams, and prepare cost estimates for diverse projects using MicroStation/OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D.

The role requires a relevant engineering degree or significant drafting experience, with knowledge of FDOT policies and procedures. On-site work in Jacksonville is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent with experience in design/drafting.
• FDOT Policy, FDOT Design Manual, and FDOT Standard Plans familiarity.
• GEC experience is a plus; proficiency with MicroStation/OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Develop roadway plan efforts and prepare reports for projects.
• Produce in-house traffic design, signing and pavement markings.
• Estimate construction costs using LRE software.
• Prepare and review plans, reports, specs, and cost estimates.
• Designs using CAD; proficient in OpenRoads.
• Must manage multiple projects on different schedules.
• Coordinate with professionals and technicians.
• Organize field visits to collect data and resolve design conflicts.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

HS diploma with 15 years drafting experience

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a

Jacksonville, FL.

We are hiring! AtkinsRéalis seeks an energetic, detail‑oriented self‑starter to join our team in Jacksonville, Florida as a Transportation Roadway Designer, supporting the Florida Department of Transportation District Two, General Engineering Consultant (GEC) Program, working as an "extension of staff" in the client's 'office.

Your role

• Responsible for the development of roadway plan efforts and report preparation for in-house projects ranging from minor intersection improvements to major reconstruction projects. This may include significant coordination with internal and external design support staff, client staff and local governing agencies.
• Participates in the production of in‑house traffic design, signing and pavement markings.
• Performs and reviews engineering construction cost estimates using FDOT Long-Range Estimate (LRE) software system.
• Prepares, Reads, Interprets, and reviews plans, design reports, specifications, and cost estimates for major transportation projects.
• Performs designs utilizing CAD and proficiency in OpenRoads.
• Position does require time management and organizational skills as the individual will be involved in multiples projects operating on multiple schedules.
• May coordinate with professionals, technicians, and others who assist in specific assignments.
• Organizes or directs field visits to collect data or resolve design conflicts.
• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent with 5+ years' experience, or Associate's degree plus a minimum of 12 years' progressive drafting and design experience, including at least 4 as a Designer, or HS diploma (or equivalent) plus a minimum of 15 years progressive drafting and design experience, including at least 7 as a Designer.
• Must be familiar with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Policy and Procedures, including the Florida Design Manual (FDM) and FDOT Standard Plans.
• General Engineering Consultant (GEC) experience is a plus.
• Must be highly proficient with MicroStation/OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D software packages.
• No registration required; however, incumbent should be seeking applicable registration if movement onto the Engineering career path is contemplated.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $70,000 - $100,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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