AECOM · Newark, DE

Entry-Level Civil/Highway Engineer - Hiring Event with AECOM - Philadelphia at AECOM — Newark, DE

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The Civil Engineering Department of AECOM’s Transportation Business Line is actively seeking an Entry-Level Civil/Highway Engineer to be based in our Newark, DE office.

Under the supervision of a Project Engineer, the appropriately qualified applicant will be part of a design team responsible for designing small to large-scale highway projects such as roadway rehabilitation/safety improvement projects, intersection improvements/optimizations, and interstate/limited access highway widening/reconstruction. Design responsibilities include horizontal/vertical geometry, pavement design, 3D modeling, intersections/interchanges design, traffic control/staging, signing and pavement markings design, ADA, Pedestrian and Bicycle design, etc. Current notable projects include Airport Road Extension in Rehoboth Beach, DE; SR 1 and Cave Neck Road Grade Separated Interchange in Milton, DE; and SR 5 and Harmons Hill Road Intersection Improvements in Millsboro, DE.

  • Obtaining and reviewing existing information including some field work/site investigations.
  • Originating technical calculations that advance the design of the project.
  • Assisting in the development of roadway construction, intersection grading, traffic control, and signing and pavement marking.
  • Developing 3D models using civil engineering software such as Bentley OpenRoads Designer or Autodesk Civil 3D.
  • Assisting in the preparation of technical reports and project specifications
  • Performs work under supervision in accordance with agreed-upon budget and schedule.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam or ability to take in the next 6 months.
  • Some experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and other civil engineering-related software (Civil 3D, OpenRoads).
  • Previous work experience or internship with engineering firms, contractors, or DOTs involved in highway design, construction, management, or other transportation-related projects.
  • Relocation is not available for this position.
  • Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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