Highway Design Engineer

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

As a Highway Design Engineer, you will be responsible for planning, designing, and overseeing the development of highway and road infrastructure projects. This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, conducting feasibility studies, preparing design specifications, and ensuring the compliance of projects with relevant standards and regulations. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical skills, a deep understanding of civil engineering principles, and the ability to deliver high‑quality highway design solutions.

• Conduct feasibility studies to assess the viability and requirements of highway projects.
• Utilize design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D) to create detailed highway and road layouts.
• Ensure geometric designs align with safety standards and regulations.
• Design horizontal and vertical alignments considering topography and project specifications.
• Develop profiles and cross‑sections to meet design requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Stay updated on design innovations and industry best practices.
• Prepare detailed design drawings and documentation for construction.
• Create design reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Implement corrective actions based on project feedback and lessons learned.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including surveyors, architects, and other engineers.
• Participate in project meetings, contributing technical expertise.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; minimum 5 years of experience.
• Proven experience in highway design and traffic engineering.
• Proficiency in relevant design software, such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or Micro Station.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

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.

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.