Transportation Engineer - Mid Level
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Compliance, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Environmental Engineer
Transportation Engineer
Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Transportation Engineer to join our Atlanta office (Midtown or Peachtree Corners). As part of the Transportation Group, this role will be involved in a variety of projects – highway, municipal roadway, intermodal/port, and/or rail design projects and develop plans for projects across the state, US, and potentially internationally.
Familiarity with a variety of civil engineering type projects, has permitting experience, and a strong existing professional network with municipal, GDOT or regulatory agency staff is desired.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Perform engineering design tasks for highway, municipal roadway, some rail and potentially intermodal/port projects from preliminary to final design
- Develop specifications, cost estimates, and prepare final bid packages
- Maintain and establish working relationships with regulatory agencies, local government, GDOT and state clients, as well as private clients
- Provide engineering design services for traditional design-bid-build and design-build highway projects
- Mentor and assist junior engineers in developing final design plans, including but not limited to implementation and knowledge of cross sections, traffic control, drainage, and signing and pavement markings plans
- Coordinate design activities and meetings between design staff, subcontractors, and client managers
- Participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost and scheduling performance
- Identify schedule and cost variances and develop and implement recommendations for corrective action
Other duties:
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Transportation related engineering degree; required
- 6-10 years of experience in transportation engineering design projects; required
- Professional Registration (PE) in Georgia or the ability to gain through reciprocity within 6 months of start position; required
- 3+ years of experience in Open Roads design; required
- A motivated self starter who is a team player and has the desire to continue to learn and grow while mentoring Jr. Engineers
- All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
- Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire
Working conditions:
Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.
Moffatt & Nichol's Employment Benefits:
At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We're excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:
- Enjoy low-cost employee healthcare with our company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans
- Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
- Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
- Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
- 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
- Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
- You may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Plus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much more
- And because we care about all members of your family, we offer Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends
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