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Join AECOM's Civil Engineer - Highway / Transportation Design Team in Pittsburgh, PA to work on a variety of challenging and interesting projects.  Projects range from roadway and site-civil design, highway and bridge projects, traffic engineering analysis, and transportation planning studies.  The Pittsburgh team is part of our Greater Pennsylvania Area (GPA) which has close to 90 Engineers and nearly 30 experienced Project Managers who will help support and mentor you for career growth!  This role could alternatively be officed in Morgantown, WV on a hybrid basis.

Recent notable projects include:

• I-80 Reconstruction (Jefferson County, PA) - Six-mile section of rural interstate reconstruction including mainline widening, interchange ramp improvements, and reconstruction of two overhead bridges.

• I-70 Reconstruction (Washington County, PA) - Model-based delivery project for a six-mile section of rural interstate reconstruction including mainline widening, interchange ramp improvements, and reconstruction of 18 structures through the corridor.

• W Washington St Reconstruction (Bradford, PA) - Drainage model-based delivery pilot project for a one-mile section of urban corridor, including full depth roadway reconstruction, sidewalk improvements and drainage upgrades.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Develop design criteria, horizontal and vertical alignments, superelevation, barrier/guiderail design, and spot elevation details

• Identify utility conflicts and coordinate resolutions based on interdisciplinary constructability reviews, client feedback, and utility needs

• Develop construction specifications, quantities, and cost estimates

• Implement 3D CADD modeling techniques

• Develop technical reports, tables, and graphics per client and/or internal AECOM standards

• Adhere to and promote AECOM quality procedures

• Complete interdisciplinary technical reviews

• Contribute to internal project-related staffing decisions to facilitate meeting client schedule, scope, and budget

• Prepare presentations that explain technical findings, recommendations, and limitations

• Work collaboratively as part of a larger design team to proactively meet the client's scope, budget, and schedule through ethical and responsible decision making.

• Provide support to AECOM project managers and department managers

• Minimal travel of up to 5 - 10% for client meetings or site visits.

Attributes

• Independently analyzes and applies solutions to challenging issues within area of expertise by applying critical thinking

• Applies broad knowledge of at least one professional discipline or advanced knowledge of specific technical and operational practices

• Prepares project deliverables that are reviewed by senior team members

• Obtains technical certificates and licenses, where applicable

• Contributes in one or more areas of knowledge, providing proposed improvements to existing processes and delivering solutions where precedent may not exist

• Performs a self-check of work products prior to submitting to others

• Performs technical quality reviews including documentation in project record in accordance with policies and procedures

• Assists with proposals to provide services or obtain funding for projects or programs

• Work is accomplished autonomously on small projects or portions of larger projects within established procedures and practices

• Generally free to determine work priorities based on direction from manager and project team leads

• Begins to interact directly with client to gather information and 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent engineering degree plus four (4) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification

• Demonstrated experience using Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD), AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or similar design highway or transportation design applications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Design experience with PennDOT and/or Pennsylvania Turnpike projects

• Experience in civil engineering with an emphasis on Roadway, Drainage, Traffic, Site-Civil projects

• Demonstrated experience with spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software (MS Office)

• Ability and willingness to offer mentorship to various levels of staff

• Ability and willingness to operate within a hybrid work schedule environment with hybrid teams

• Professional Engineer (PE) License in any state, or ability to obtain PE within 1 year of hire

• Degree accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET

Relocation assistance is not available.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.