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Highway Design Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Virginia Beach, VA, United States


Highway Design Engineer
Virginia Beach, VA – Full-time, Regular. Job ID: 25267.

Position Summary
Responsible for engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Perform alternative studies

Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects

Layout of highway and roadway design elements including roadways, sidewalks, open and closed drainage design and traffic related items

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

Required Skills

Proficient in discipline specific design software

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Written and oral communication skills

Required Experience

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from ABET accredited engineering program

2-5 years of experience

Qualifications Preferred

Engineer-in-training certification

Related experience

Experience working with local clients at the county and state level

Working Conditions
Work is generally performed within an office environment. 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.

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