Transportation Civil Engineer IV

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Transportation Civil Engineer IV to join our Transportation team in Phoenix, Arizona. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced transportation engineering professional to serve as a technical lead and subject matter expert on roadway and highway design projects throughout Arizona and the Southwest.

In this role, you will provide technical direction and engineering expertise across a variety of transportation infrastructure projects, supporting planning, preliminary engineering, final design, and project delivery. You will lead the development and review of roadway design plans, specifications, and technical calculations while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, constructible, and cost-effective solutions. You will serve as a technical resource for project managers and other engineers, help establish design approaches, perform quality reviews, and support the development of innovative transportation solutions.

AECOM's Arizona transportation practice supports a diverse portfolio of infrastructure improvements, including highway and freeway widening, interchange improvements, roadway reconstruction, corridor improvements, intersection design, safety enhancements, and multimodal transportation projects. You will also contribute to business development efforts by supporting technical proposals, developing project approaches, participating in client presentations, and helping position AECOM for future transportation opportunities.

This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex design challenges, sharing technical knowledge, and playing an important role in delivering transportation infrastructure that improves mobility and connectivity throughout Arizona.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical lead for roadway and highway design projects, providing engineering guidance and technical oversight throughout project development and delivery.
• Lead and perform the development of preliminary and final roadway design plans, specifications, engineering calculations, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical expertise in roadway geometrics, horizontal and vertical alignments, typical sections, grading, earthwork, drainage coordination, and intersection and interchange design.
• Establish design criteria, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical engineering solutions that address project requirements, constructability, safety, and cost considerations.
• Review and evaluate engineering plans, calculations, specifications, and technical deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with applicable design standards.
• Apply ADOT, MAG, Maricopa County and other municipal design policies, standards, and specifications, along with applicable federal requirements.
• Coordinate roadway design activities with drainage, structures, traffic, utilities, environmental, geotechnical, and other multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers and designers, supporting their technical development and the quality of design deliverables.
• Identify and resolve complex engineering and design issues, providing recommendations and technical direction to project teams.
• Participate in design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination meetings, constructability reviews, and value engineering efforts.
• Support project managers with technical scope development, engineering schedules, resource planning, and design coordination.
• Assist with the preparation of technical proposals, statements of qualifications, project descriptions, and technical approaches for transportation pursuits.
• Contribute to pursuit strategy and capture efforts by developing technical solutions, identifying project-specific challenges, and articulating AECOM's technical approach and capabilities.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, providing technical expertise and representing AECOM's engineering capabilities.
• Maintain awareness of evolving transportation design standards, technologies, digital delivery practices, and industry best practices.
• Promote a culture of technical excellence, quality, collaboration, and safety across project teams.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 6 Years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Arizona or the ability to obtain Arizona licensure through reciprocity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience serving as a technical lead or technical resource on roadway and highway transportation projects, including preliminary engineering, final design, and preparation of PS&E packages.
• Strong working knowledge of ADOT design standards, specifications, and project development processes, with experience supporting projects for ADOT, MAG, Maricopa County, and Arizona municipalities.
• Proficiency in Bentley OpenRoads Designer and MicroStation, with experience developing roadway alignments, profiles, cross sections, grading plans, quantities, and construction documents.
• Demonstrated experience performing technical reviews, quality control of engineering calculations and design drawings, developing technical specifications, and providing engineering guidance to multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience supporting transportation pursuits through technical proposal development, scope and fee estimates, technical approach development, project interviews, and client presentations.

Additional Information

• This role does not provide Visa Sponsorship

At 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 AECOM

AECOM 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 work

You 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.

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