Entry-Level Civil Engineer – Roadway Designer

AECOM
Columbia, SC
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

Join our roadway design team supporting transportation infrastructure projects across South Carolina. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn roadway and highway design principles, gain familiarity with SCDOT design standards, and work alongside senior engineers to produce roadway plans and deliverables for state and local projects.

What You Will Do

Assist with the design and preparation of roadway construction plans, support senior engineers in developing right-of-way plans, and perform basic engineering calculations for horizontal and vertical geometry, drainage, and pavement design.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position offers an excellent opportunity for hands-on experience with roadway design, plan production, and exposure to all phases of transportation projects — from concept through construction.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
  • Basic understanding of civil design principles, roadway geometry, and CAD drafting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • EIT certification (or ability to obtain within 6–12 months of hire)

Benefits

  • 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
  • employee stock purchase plan
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