--- title: 'Mid-Level Transportation Engineer at AMT Engineering' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/mid-level-transportation-engineer-amt-engineering-charleston-qjmt2m26b5h1' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-07' --- # Mid-Level Transportation Engineer at AMT Engineering - **Company:** AMT Engineering - **Location:** Charleston, SC - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2025-08-12 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-07 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/amtengineering/2d76df35-5079-41ec-b4db-c458f1b519a0 ## Job description A. Morton Thomas, Inc. (AMT, Inc.) is seeking a highly motivated Mid-Level Transportation Engineer to assume a key role in the firm’s growing Carolinas design teams. Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of 5 years of experience working on Transportation projects. The Position: We are looking for a Transportation Engineer with experience in Roadway Design to lead and supervise the design and plan development for transportation projects. This position will be assigned to our Charleston, SC Team, but the possibility exists to be involved in projects managed at any of our AMT office locations as the need were to arise. ## Qualifications - Minimum of 5+ years of Roadway Design experience with emphasis on corridor modeling - Must have experience with SCDOT plan production and calculation of quantities - Professional Engineer (PE) License Required - Broad plan experience with MOT, Drainage, PMP, and Signing is a plus - Ability to mentor and supervise others, assist with project management tasks - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Technical proficiency must be exhibited in most MicroStation / GEOPAK w/ corridor modeling experience. - Technical proficiency preferred in Open Roads Designer (ORD) - In addition to the basic requirements above, the ideal candidate should be technically sound, enjoy mentoring junior level staff, and have a passion for outstanding client service. With 70 years of distinguished service within the mid-Atlantic region, AMT has established itself as an Engineering News Record Top 500 Design Firm and has been honored by ZweigGroup as a Hot Firm. As a 100% employee-owned firm, each one of our professionals has a stake in our business and thrive in this entrepreneurial environment where team members are encouraged to proactively work with their supervisors to identify roles that are complementary with their strengths, interests, and career goals. Our culture of innovation and collaboration places strong emphasis on team-spirit, diversity, thoughtfulness, growth and learning, discipline expertise and personal accountability offers a rewarding career in a dynamic, high-performance environment. We understand your career is a big part of your life but realize a work/life balance is important for personal health and wellness with the ability to work hybrid through a combination of office and remote technology. AMT offers employee ownership, competitive salary, exemplary benefits package that includes a strong 401(k) matching plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible working conditions, educational assistance, in-house training programs, and more. Why Join AMT? At AMT, we understand that our most valuable asset is our staff. For 70 years, we have worked diligently to build a team of talented employees who fully embody our values as an organization – values such as teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Now that we have transitioned into an employee-owned firm, we are excited to place the future of AMT into over 500 sets of dedicated hands. The AMT Difference Our company culture is characterized by a workforce that holds the highest standards of ethics and integrity, focused client care, and commitment to AMT's Core Values of safety, respect, integrity, commitment, quality, teamwork. leadership, responsibility, and profitable growth. Operating as an ESOP allows us to reward our dedicated and loyal employees with additional benefits from the company’s stock as well as an incentive to continue building a high-performance ownership culture. To strengthen and support its employees, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry. ## About AMT Engineering ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: AMT Engineering (A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc.) is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm providing multidisciplinary transportation, infrastructure, environmental, surveying, and construction inspection services across the mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States. - **Entity Type**: Private (100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan – ESOP) - **Headquarters**: Rockville, Maryland, United States - **Founded**: 1955 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (company named after A. Morton Thomas) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Civil Engineering, Transportation Infrastructure, Environmental & Water Resources, Site & Infrastructure, Surveying/SUE, Construction Engineering & Inspection - **Target customers**: Government agencies (federal, state, local) and private corporate entities – B2G and B2B - **Mission or purpose**: Not explicitly stated, but core values include teamwork, integrity, and innovation, with a focus on delivering high-quality, sustainable projects that improve communities. ## Products & Services All offerings are professional services delivered through five core practices: - **Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI)**: On-site inspection, materials testing, and construction administration for transportation and infrastructure projects. - **Transportation**: Roadway, bridge, traffic engineering, and planning services. - **Site & Infrastructure**: Land development, site design, stormwater management, and utility coordination. - **Environmental & Water Resources**: Environmental assessments, permitting, water/wastewater treatment, and stream restoration. - **Surveying/SUE**: Land surveying, subsurface utility engineering, and geospatial services. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private, employee-owned) - **Key Metric**: - Annual Revenue: Not publicly available (some external estimates suggest ~$3.1M, but official data is not confirmed; the firm has 530+ employees, making that figure likely low). - Total Funding: N/A (no external funding; fully employee-owned) - Infrastructure value delivered: Over $25 billion in constructed highways, bridges, and other infrastructure in the past five years. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Employee-owned, so no external investors. Clients include federal and state DOTs, municipal agencies, and private developers. - **Growth Signals**: - 23 offices across 9 states + DC - 530+ employees (up from 227 in some external counts, but official site states 530) - Ranked #258 on Engineering News Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list - Recognized as a ZweigGroup Hot Firm and Best Firm to Work For - Multiple Top Workplaces awards from The Washington Post, Baltimore Sun, Virginia Business, and The Daily Record ## Competitive Advantages - **100% employee-owned (ESOP)**: Every employee has a direct stake in the firm’s success, aligning incentives and fostering long-term commitment. - **65+ years of history**: Established reputation and deep relationships in the mid-Atlantic region. - **Award-winning culture**: Consistently named a best place to work, with a collaborative, people-first environment. - **Full-service, multidisciplinary approach**: Can handle complex, large-scale projects (up to $1 billion) from design through construction inspection. - **Regional expertise**: Extensive knowledge of local regulations, agencies, and project delivery methods. ## Strategic Focus - Continue expanding geographic presence in the mid-Atlantic and southeastern US, including federal contracts that extend beyond the region. - Invest in employee development and retention through ESOP ownership, career paths, and tuition reimbursement. - Maintain and grow its ENR Top 500 status and industry recognition by delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure projects. ## Why Work Here - **Employee-owned culture**: As an ESOP, employees are co-owners and share in the firm’s success. - **Award-winning workplace**: Recognized as a Top Workplace and Best Place to Work – strong emphasis on work-life balance, community, and collaboration. - **Benefits**: Comprehensive medical/dental, tuition reimbursement, short/long-term disability, educational reimbursement, career paths, and stock ownership. - **Work environment**: Business-casual, collaborative, and supportive. Roles are on-site or hybrid based on position and location. - **Growth opportunities**: Access to a wide variety of challenging projects across multiple disciplines, with clear career progression paths. - **Diversity and inclusion**: Equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to non-discrimination. ## Sources 1. [AMT Careers Page](https://amtengineering.com/careers/) 2. [AMT – Why Work Here](https://amtengineering.com/careers/why-amt/) 3. [AMT LinkedIn Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/amt-engineering) 4. [AMT Lever Jobs Board](https://jobs.lever.co/amtengineering/) 5. 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