Entry Level Roadway Engineer

State/Province: Mississippi

Job Description: AECOM is seeking a Civil Engineer I to be based in Jackson, Mississippi with the office located in Ridgeland, MS.The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Assist in the design and development of roadway, highway, and transportation infrastructure projects throughout Mississippi under the guidance of experienced engineers. Prepare engineering calculations, construction plans, specifications, estimates, and technical reports for transportation projects. Develop roadway alignments, profiles, cross-sections, intersections, and drainage layouts using industry-standard design software. Support the collection, review, and analysis of survey, traffic, utility, and engineering data. Utilize Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD), MicroStation, and related software to develop roadway design solutions. Coordinate with project managers, engineers, technicians, and other disciplines to deliver transportation projects that meet client and regulatory requirements. Assist with quality control reviews of engineering drawings and design documents. Learn and apply Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) design criteria, standards, and specifications. Support project delivery by helping maintain schedules, budgets, and project documentation. Participate in field visits, site assessments, and project meetings as needed.

QualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Valid U.S. Driver's License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire. Familiarity with Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD), MicroStation, and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.Internship, co-op, or academic project experience related to roadway or transportation engineering. Familiarity with MDOT design standards, specifications, and project delivery processes. Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word. Knowledge of roadway geometrics, drainage design, traffic control, and transportation engineering fundamentals.1+ years of experience in roadway, transportation, or civil engineering. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Additional Information: Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available for this position. Relocation assistance is not available for this role. Occasional travel within Mississippi may be required.