Job Description
Join CDM Smith's Transportation team in Atlanta, GA!
Our mission is to improve the mobility, accessibility, and safety of people and goods through innovative transit-focused infrastructure solutions. Our team includes technical specialists with expertise in multimodal corridor design, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Light Rail Transit (LRT), Complete Streets, transit facilities, traffic engineering, intelligent transportation systems, and roadway design.
In this role, you will contribute to the planning and design of transit-supportive infrastructure, including transit corridors, dedicated bus lanes, guideways, station platforms, streetscape improvements, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, and complex urban roadway environments. Projects may range from concept development through final design for BRT, LRT, transit priority corridors, and multimodal Complete Streets improvements.
Key responsibilities include:
•Lead or support the design of transit corridor infrastructure, including roadway geometry, curb alignments, transit lanes, station areas, ADA-compliant pedestrian facilities, and multimodal improvements.
•Develop designs for BRT and LRT corridors, including integration of transit operations within constrained urban rights-of-way.
•Prepare and review engineering drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates, and design documentation for multimodal transportation projects.
•Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including traffic engineering, rail, communications, traction power, utilities, drainage, architecture, and environmental specialists.
•Ensure designs comply with applicable FTA, AASHTO, MUTCD, ADA, state DOT, and local agency requirements.
•Perform corridor evaluations, site assessments, and design studies to support transit-focused project development.
•Review draft designs for technical accuracy, quality, and compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.
•Sign and seal engineering documents as required.
•Participate in project delivery across multiple design phases including concept design, 30%, 60%, 90%, and final design.
•Coordinate with transit agencies, municipalities, and stakeholders to support project development and implementation.
•Support preparation of technical proposals and scopes of work for transit and multimodal pursuits.
•Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior engineers and designers.
•Contribute to the advancement of Complete Streets and Safe System design principles that enhance safety, sustainability, and accessibility for all users.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. 7 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
