MOT Engineer I

Parsons • Memphis, TN

7d • 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 position is hybrid, requiring the selected candidate to be located near a Parsons office for regular in-office collaboration. Parsons is a leading design-build firm with a global presence, known for engineering challenging projects like the Gordie Howe Bridge, Clear Path projects, Brent Spence project, and the SR 400 project. These high-visibility projects offer career-defining opportunities in Design-Build and Public Private Partnership (P3) formats.

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

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level