Roadway Design Lead Engineer

Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Job DescriptionJoin AECOM’s Transportation team in Atlanta and take a leadership role in delivering complex, high-impact roadway projects across Georgia. As a Roadway Design Lead Engineer, you will oversee day-to-day engineering production, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and drive the high-quality, on-time delivery of roadway design solutions. You’ll work closely with project leadership while mentoring technical staff and helping shape successful project outcomes. This position offers a hybrid work option, blending flexibility with collaboration.The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:Lead day-to-day roadway engineering production, assigning tasks and maintaining schedule and qualityCoordinate roadway design activities across disciplines to ensure technically sound and integrated deliverablesPerform detailed QC reviews of calculations, models, plans, quantities, and estimates prior to submittalsEnsure compliance with GDOT standards and Plan Development Process requirementsTrack task-level scope, schedule, and budget; proactively identify and communicate risks or issues to the PMSupport development of design criteria and technical approachMentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers to support team performance and developmentParticipate in fee, scope, and staffing discussions to support efficient project deliveryQualificationsMinimum:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or related discipline and 6 years of related roadway design experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or educationGeorgia PE LicensePreferred:8 years of experience designing roadway projectsExperience designing Georgia roadway projectsAdditional InformationSponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.Relocation is not an option for this positionAt AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.About AECOMAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to workYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Construction