Job Information
Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. Highway Design Engineer in Albany, New York
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.
Compensation is $37-47/hour, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications.
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 Skills
Ability to collaborate in a team environment
Strong desire to prepare quality plans efficiently
Willingness to learn
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong sense of time management and ability to prioritize tasks
Willingness to support the design and production of plans
Proficient with Microsoft Office Software
Required Experience
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Engineer in Training (New York)
0-5 of Highway Design Experience
Experience with establishing project specific design criteria
Ability to use MicroStation, InRoads and/or OpenRoads Designer to generate roadway horizontal and vertical alignments
Experience with design and development of cross sections, and/or 3D models
Experience generating plans, specifications, and estimates for highway/roadway projects per NYSDOT standards
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 25 lbs) 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.