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Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. Highway Design Engineer in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 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 #61 on Engineering News-Record’s 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.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Perform alternative studies
Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects
Layout of highway and roadway design elements including roadways, sidewalks, open and closed drainage design and traffic relate items
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 Skills
Proficient in discipline specific design software
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Written and oral communication skills
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from ABET accredited engineering program
2-5 years of experience
Qualifications Preferred
Engineer-in-training certification
Related experience
Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
Working Conditions
Work is generally performed within an office environment. 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.
JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.