Principal Design Engineer

Job Description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Principal Design Engineer within the Orlando Florida area to oversee and manage complex transportation design projects with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). This leadership role requires deep technical expertise strategic project management capabilities and a proven track record of delivering high-quality roadway design solutions in Florida.

Your role

• Actively participate in marketing efforts including client meetings presentations and proposal development for FDOT design projects.

• Represent AtkinsRéalis at industry events conferences and professional organizations to enhance visibility and promote capabilities.

• Collaborate with business development teams to craft winning strategies for FDOT pursuits including Design-Build and traditional delivery methods.

• Oversee design and delivery of roadway projects with FDOT including limited-access highways arterials and urban reconstruction.

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for major FDOT design contracts ensuring compliance with FDOT standards specifications and procedures.

• Manage multidisciplinary design teams providing technical guidance mentoring and quality assurance.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with FDOT staff local agencies and industry partners to identify upcoming opportunities and position the firm for success.

• Oversee the preparation of design documents including typical sections horizontal and vertical alignments drainage MOT plans and pavement design reports.

• Stay current with FDOT manuals CADD standards and design criteria including OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and other relevant software.

About you

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering (Masters preferred).

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Florida is required.

• Minimum 15 years of post-licensure experience in roadway design with significant experience on FDOT District 5 projects.

• Proficiency in MicroStation OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and FDOT CADD standards.

• Strong understanding of FDOT design processes including Design-Build and traditional delivery methods.

• Excellent communication leadership and client management skills.

• Preferred Skills:

  • Familiarity with FDOTs Basis of Estimates Standard Plans and Structures Manual.

  • Ability to lead QA/QC reviews and mentor junior engineers.

  • Experience with MOT analysis drainage design and geometric design.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis our valuesSafety Integrity Collaboration Innovation and Excellenceare more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture guide our decisions and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow succeed and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical dental vision company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting employee stock purchase plan Paid Time Off leaves of absences options flexible work options recognition and employee satisfaction programs employee assistance program and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

Were AtkinsRéalis a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people data and technology to transform the worlds infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners and clients and our global team of consultants designers engineers and project managers we can change the world. Were committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $175000 - $225000 annually depending on skills experience and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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