Project Engineer Visa Sponsorship US

Job Description

Project Engineer – Transportation Infrastructure (Visa Sponsorship Available)
Location: Atlanta, GA

HNTB offers a rewarding opportunity to build a meaningful engineering career while contributing to projects that enhance transportation systems across the United States. For over 100 years, HNTB has delivered innovative solutions for some of the nation’s most complex infrastructure projects. We are currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a background in transportation engineering to join our Atlanta office.

This role focuses on the design, planning, and delivery of transportation projects, particularly those under the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). The successful candidate will have proven experience in developing detailed design plans, supervising junior staff, and working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and deliver design projects from concept to completion while ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
• Prepare and review design calculations, drawings, reports, and technical specifications following GDOT requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and team members to resolve design challenges and ensure successful outcomes.
• Support proposal preparation and assist with defining the scope of work and resource needs.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers to enhance team capability and quality.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Utilize OpenRoads Designer for roadway design, modeling, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least six years of relevant experience, or
• Master’s degree in Engineering with five years of relevant experience, or
• PhD in Engineering with four years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of transportation design standards and experience working on GDOT projects.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four years of GDOT project experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
• Active participation in professional associations such as ASHE, ASCE, or ITE.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Visa sponsorship opportunities for qualified candidates.
• Support for continuous professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative work culture that values innovation and diversity.

Applicants are encouraged to review their rights under U.S. employment law by visiting the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website at https://www.eeoc.gov/. For information regarding visa eligibility and work authorization, visit the U.S. Department of Labor page at https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/immigration.

Job Type: Full-time, Regular
Job Category: Engineering
Req ID: R-28009

Please note that HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies. Any such submissions will be considered the property of HNTB without any associated placement fee.