Mid-Level Transportation Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Execute design tasks for aviation, transit, and roadway projects under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Prepare detailed plans, specifications, quantities, and cost estimates in accordance with FAA, ALDOT, FTA, and local requirements.
• Use Civil 3D, OpenRoads, and related tools to produce accurate and constructible design deliverables.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to resolve routine design and field coordination issues.
• Maintain accountability for assigned design tasks, meeting deadlines and budget expectations.
• Work closely with senior engineers, project managers, and CAD staff to coordinate design components.
• Communicate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including roadway, drainage, structural, and environmental disciplines.
• Attend project meetings, field reviews, and coordination sessions as assigned.
• Support technical presentations, permitting documentation, and construction support services.
• Adhere to SARCOR’s Gold Standard for technical accuracy and client satisfaction.
• Participate in internal QA/QC reviews of plans, reports, and specifications.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and consistency in design production.
• Participate in structured mentorship and training toward professional licensure.
• Demonstrate initiative in developing technical proficiency and leadership capabilities.
• Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and collaboration to strengthen SARCOR’s engineering culture.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Active Engineer Intern (E.I.) certification required.
• Ability to obtain Alabama P.E. license within 8 months of hire; Alabama P.E. preferred.
• 4–7 years of experience in transportation engineering design (aviation, transit, or roadway).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or OpenRoads.
• Familiarity with FAA, ALDOT, and FHWA design standards.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Alignment with SARCOR’s values of Excellence, Accountability, Integrity, and Urgency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ALDOT or local municipal transportation design projects.
• Familiarity with ESRI GIS, Bluebeam, Power BI, and Factor Project Management Software or equivalent.
• Experience supporting bid document preparation and cost estimating.
• Active membership in ASCE, ITE, or similar professional organizations.

Other Standard Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally for project-related work.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted and walk significant distances on job sites.
• Demonstrated professionalism, initiative, and ethical conduct.