MOT Engineer I

Parsons Corporation•Columbus, OH

9d•$63,600 - $111,300•Hybrid

About The Position

Parsons is looking for a talented MOT Engineer I to join their team full-time to support large transformative transportation projects across the nation. These projects are located in states such as Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, and Indiana. The role involves assisting in the design of projects with construction values exceeding $1 billion, aiming to enhance mobility, safety, and reliability for communities. This is a hybrid position, requiring the selected candidate to be centrally located to a Parsons office for regular in-office collaboration. Parsons is a leading design-build firm with a global presence, known for its work on challenging infrastructure projects like the Gordie Howe Bridge, Clear Path projects, Brent Spence project, and the SR 400 project. These projects offer career-defining opportunities for staff at all levels.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
3+ years of experience in transportation engineering with exposure to Maintenance of Traffic or temporary traffic control design
Familiarity with MUTCD and state DOT MOT design standards and guidelines
Experience using CADD software (such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, or similar) for plan production
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting design-build or P3 transportation projects
Familiarity with traffic analysis tools and basic work zone capacity/queue assessments
Experience coordinating with contractors or construction personnel on MOT implementation
Knowledge of 3D design/modeling tools for integrating MOT with roadway design

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans for roadway and bridge projects under close supervision of senior engineers
Perform basic traffic control layout, signing, and staging analyses in accordance with MUTCD and applicable state DOT standards
Support preparation of construction phasing diagrams and detour plans for large, complex projects
Coordinate with discipline team members to integrate MOT requirements into roadway, structures, and drainage designs
Assist with quantity calculations, cost estimates, and design documentation for MOT elements
Perform basic field reviews and data collection to support MOT design and constructability assessments
Use CADD tools to prepare plan sheets and details in support of the overall MOT design
Support preparation of technical reports and design documentation for internal and external review