Highways Engineer - #1672655

Why join us?

We are hiring! AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Highways Engineer to join our Tampa, FL office.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. We have 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.

How will you contribute to the team?

Under supervision, applies technical professional proficiency to the investigation of engineering problems, the coordination of project activities, and the preparation of preliminary plans and documents. Duties usually include the following:

• Designs and develops plans and drawings, which may include the development of preliminary layout and/or final drawings.


• Organizes and conducts engineering investigations and planning work which have a well-defined scope. Prepares straightforward reports of sections of more complex reports, working under the periodic review of a more experienced professional.


• Provides engineering services during construction activities by reviewing shop drawings for conformance with specifications; prepares records and progress reports; observes construction procedures under the guidance of a more experienced professional.


• Research feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and regulatory agency specifications.


• Contributes to the development of specifications and permit applications and writes miscellaneous reports.


• Prepares preliminary man-hour, cost and material quantity estimates.


• Participates in quality control checks, maintaining quality standards in all work produced.


• Coordinates with other disciplines as required.


• Performs field observations of construction where appropriate.


• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

What will you contribute?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or equivalent technical discipline with two years' experience since B.S. or one year since M.S. The typical incumbent has three to five years' experience since Bachelor’s degree.


• Professional Registrations: EIT is typically required.


• Proficiency with many of the following software programs: MicroStation, Open Roads Designer, 3D Modeling, GEOPAK, Inroads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, AutoTURN, Microsoft Office Suite.


• Familiar with FDOT design criteria, standard plans, and specifications; AASHTO design criteria; and MUTCD.


• Strong interpersonal skills; strong technical documentation skills; and personal computer proficiency.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that helps our employees achieve balance in life, including:

• Competitive salary


• Flexible work schedules


• Group Insurance


• PTO plus two Floating Holidays


• Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)


• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around diversity.


• A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability.

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Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check.