Associate Highway Engineer

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a talented entry level Associate Highway Engineer to join our team! In this role you will be involved in transportation projects that will improve how people get around Chicago and throughout the Midwest.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Preparation of plans, sketches, and details for transportation projects primarily involving geometric design of roadways utilizing CAE/CAD software and other technical tools.
• Assist with engineering calculations, material quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Assist with the preparation of design, drainage, traffic, crash, and other technical reports including report text, exhibits, and other investigations.
• Provide input and technical knowledge to support other staff working on the same project including interaction with all levels of design professionals and disciplines.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Qualifications You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• 0 to 3 years of related experience post-graduation.
• Familiarity with CAD (preferably MicroStation) and ability to learn new software.
• Relevant work experience and/or internships preferred.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate or the desire and ability to obtain one within 6 months is preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills and desire to work with a team of technical experts.
• Technical accuracy and desire to continually improve skills.

Security Clearance Requirement:
None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions-and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $26.25 - $45.96

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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