Graduate Transportation Engineer - Maintenance of Traffic; MOT

Overview

You deserve a job that you feel proud of, where you can channel your knowledge and skills into projects that positively affect communities, and where you design your own path. This is Alliant. Become an employee‑owner of a growing engineering and consulting firm where we strive to provide a diverse and equitable culture of support and opportunities. Our success is driven by our employee‑owners, and we are excited to have you be a part of it.

As a Graduate Transportation Engineer specializing in Maintenance of Traffic (MOT), you’ll support teams in keeping people moving safely through construction while learning how complex transportation projects come together in the real world.

This role is designed for early‑career engineers who are eager to learn, contribute, and grow under the guidance of experienced MOT, traffic, and roadway professionals while supporting projects across Utah.

Learn & Support MOT Delivery

• Be a valuable member of project teams developing MOT, construction phasing, and traffic control plans on traditional and alternative delivery projects
• Assist with development of innovative construction phasing alternatives that balance safety, traffic operations, and constructability
• Apply MOT and traffic control standards, including state and national MUTCDs, MOT related NCHRP Reports, and AASHTO “Green Book” and associated state geometric standards

Develop Temporary Traffic & Phasing Plans

• Assist with development of temporary construction plans including roadway geometrics, alignments, profiles, models, and drainage
• Support preparation of traffic control plans including temporary signing, striping, safety devices, and detours
• Assist with Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) documenting impacts and mitigation strategies for communities and roadway users

Collaboration & Growth

• Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, and CADD staff to coordinate MOT designs with other disciplines
• Learn constructability concepts by collaborating with contractors and owners
• Grow your technical and professional skills through mentorship, coaching, and hands‑on project experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field), or actively pursuing a degree
• 0–4 years of experience in civil or transportation engineering
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Interest in work zone safety, MOT, construction phasing, and traffic control design
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality work on schedule
• Experience with Bentley Open Roads Designer is a plus
• Design‑Build or CM/GC exposure is a plus

• Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities
• Market‑Leading Profit Sharing, ESOP and 401k Contribution Programs
• Medical (with HSA Contribution), Dental, and Vision Plans
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability and Long‑Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Wellness Programs and Competitions
• Generous Annual Leave and Compensatory Time Off Programs
• Flexible Schedules
• Casual Work Environment
• Paid Professional Development and Training
• Community Involvement/Charity Events
• Numerous Employee Focused Events (Lunch & Learns, Office Recreation Room, Off‑Site Socials, Etc.)

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.