Highway Design Engineer - Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson
Philadelphia, PA
About the Job
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 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 #61 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.
Essential functions and responsibilities
- Prepare roadway construction plans
- Perform alternative studies
- Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects
- Perform design computations
- Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools
- Develop construction cost estimates
- Assist in the preparation of engineering documents for advertisement and construction
- Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
- Identifies solutions independently and problem solve
Nonessential functions and responsibilities:
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Engineer-in-training certification
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from ABET accredited engineering program
- 3+ Years of experience in Highway Engineering
- Proficient in discipline specific design software, including but not limited to AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Microstation, and OpenRoads Designer
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products
- Written and oral communication skills
- Self-starter
Qualifications preferred:
- Professional Engineer certification
- Related experience within the greater northeast region of the United States
- Experience working with local clients at the 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 25lbs) may be required as needed.
JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.