Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years.
Globally, Atkins is the largest UK-based engineering and design consultancy and one of the world's largest design firms with nearly 18,000 employees worldwide. We have the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.
Atkins seeks an energetic and highly motivated self-starter to join our Houston, Texas Highway Group as a Roadway Engineer.
Major Function/Role:
Under general supervision, provide design, production and coordination of construction plans, drawings, and computer-aided design (CAD) products in support of transportation and public works engineering and planning projects. Select and recommend design and design coordination procedures.
Job Duties:
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Work involves CAD production and modeling for conceptual and final design of roadway alignments, grading, pavement and drainage, bridges and structures, utilities, and water & sewer systems.
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Responsibilities include using understanding and application of technical design requirements and specifications to provide CAD-based design solutions, including independent design work and design discipline coordination.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or equivalent technical discipline plus five years' experience, or Associate's degree plus a minimum of twelve years' progressive drafting and design experience, including at least four as a Designer, or HS diploma (or equivalent) plus a minimum of fifteen years progressive drafting and design experience, including at least seven as a Designer.
Special Skills:
Proficiency in Microstation and Geopak required, proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil3D will be considered. Ability to understand and interpret technical CAD resource requirements strongly desired.
Professional Registrations:
No registration required; however, incumbent should be seeking applicable registration if movement onto the Engineering or Architecture career path is contemplated.
Atkins offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, legal, hospitalization and other valuable voluntary options; generous time-off programs; flexible work schedules; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities through our corporate university, as well as a highly-regarded tuition reimbursement program; and an unmatched culture focused on client-service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.
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