Co-Op Engineer: Highway and Transportation – Fall/Winter 2025-2026
- Job Category: Engineering Group
- Full/Part Time: Full time
- Job Type: Co-Op
- Req ID: R-25863
What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity entails being responsible for assisting assigned department(s) and/or project(s) by performing basic engineering related tasks which may reflect elements of standard post-secondary engineering curriculum.
With more than 100 years of profitable sustainable growth, HNTB is one of the most prominent engineering, architecture and planning firms in the nation. Employee-owned, with more than 6,000 employees and 70+ offices nationwide, HNTB serves clients in the highway/transportation industry with integrity, technical excellence and a commitment to performance providing quality work, on time, on budget and to the client’s satisfaction. HNTB’s project portfolio includes: Brightline (Miami, Florida), Sound Transit’s University Link Light Rail Extension (Seattle, WA), Tappan zee Bridge (Nyack, New York), and 49ers Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, CA).
Under close supervision, assists the Transportation Department and projects by performing basic engineering-related tasks which may reflect elements of standard post-secondary engineering curriculum on a temporary or intern basis. Designs include highway, bridge, and transit system projects. Our team designs key infrastructure investments for PennDOT, PA Turnpike, SEPTA, and Amtrak.
Aspects of the position include:
- Assist in preparation of documents for highway design including alignments, design criteria, signing and pavement markings, traffic control, utility coordination, right-of-way, drainage, grading and cost estimates
*Participate in field visits or client meetings
*Opportunity to develop CAD drafting skill set
Our Philadelphia and King of Prussia, PA offices are seeking Co-op Engineers to join our Highway and Transportation department for Fall/Winter 2025-2026.
Relocation and housing are NOT provided for these positions.
What You’ll Do:
Assists engineer teams in various tasks and duties.
Assists Engineer with research, development and design of projects.
Assists Engineer with the preparation of engineering drawings and documents as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary engineering program
What You’ll Bring:
Understands engineering, geometric, and algebraic principles at a basic level.
Shows proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Accepts and applies direction from peers and supervisors.
Obtains an understanding of introductory shop drawing and submittal procedures and requirements.
Ability to perform basic engineering calculations
Ability to organize information for use in drawings or other documents
What We Prefer:
Completion of 2 years of post-secondary engineering program
Basic knowledge of a drafting software (AutoCAD, Microstation, or OpenRoads)
Interested in highway design and transportation projects
Additional Information
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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.#LD
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Locations:
King of Prussia, PA (Norristown), Philadelphia, PA (Pennsylvania)
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At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value.
When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.