Highway Design Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Records list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position summary: Responsible for engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments. This position is not eligible for employer based sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification.

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

+ Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

+ Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

+ Paid Time Off

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Caregiver Leave Program

+ 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

+ Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

+ Career Development Programs

+ And more

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Compensation for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hourly, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

+ Perform alternative studies

+ Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects

+ Perform design computations

+ Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools

+ Develop construction cost estimates

+ Assist in the preparation of engineering documents for advertisement and construction

+ Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality

Nonessential functions and responsibilities

+ Perform other related duties as assigned

Required SkillsRequired Experience

+ Bachelors degree in civil engineering or a related field from ABET accredited engineering program

+ 0-5 years of experience in highway civil engineering or related field

+ Proficient in discipline specific design software

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office

+ Written and oral communication skills

Qualifications preferred

+ Engineer-in-training certification or Professional Engineers License

+ NJDOT, NJTA or other agency experience

+ Experience working with local clients at the county and state level

Working Conditions:

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.