Highway Design Project Engineer III at AECOM in Austin, TX

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a highly talented Highway Design Project Engineer for immediate employment in Austin, Texas.

The appropriately qualified applicant should be able to demonstrate an establish career in civil design including roadway. This position will be responsible for assigning Project Managers with planning, designing, and overseeing civil engineering projects, such us highways, bridges, surface drainage, and utilities infrastructure. In this role, the Civil Engineer will assist Project Managers by performing the design aspects of civil engineering assignments.

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

• Assist Project Manager by providing engineering design support (engineering reports, design calculations, quantity and cost estimates) for roadway, hydraulics, hydrology, and civil engineering design projects.
• Perform professional engineering work involving the application of standard techniques, procedures, and design criteria in carrying out routine engineering tasks.
• Be responsible for the preparation and production of reports, plans, specifications and estimates.
• Be involved in all project aspects from client meetings, design/study development and site/field visits during design and construction.
• Capable of working independently or within (or leading) a design team
• Excellent communication skills with project team, government agencies and clients.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of previous design experience on transportation projects including Schematic Development and Preparation of Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E)
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience designing highway/roadway systems.
• TxDOT Highway design project experience highly desired.
• Extensive Roundabout design experience highly desired.
• Experience with design software including MicroStation and GEOPAK and/or OpenRoads.
• Familiar with MS Office 2010 software (Excel, Word, Project) is needed to be successful in this position.
• Experience with ProjectWise and OpenRoads.
• Experience with GeoPak Drainage, SWMM, HY-8, and HEC Programs.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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.