Engineer, Transportation
Summary/Purpose:
As a Transportation Engineer at RK&K you will report to a Project Engineer and/or Project Manager and contribute directly to the project team with the design and preparation of a variety of projects while adhering to RK&K’s QC/QA guidelines.
Basic Responsibilities/Functions:
- Perform a wide variety of engineering tasks that may include:
- Data collection, engineering studies and analysis
- Development of concepts, designs, cost estimates
- Specifications for transportation/civil design tasks including; roadway, interchanges, intersections, parking, sidewalks, trails, grading, drainage, utilities, traffic control and sediment control in accordance with local, state and federal design guidelines, standards, specifications and regulations
- Prepare engineering plans using prescribed methods
- Contribute to computations, studies, analysis and design to evaluate and resolve design issues and ensure deliverables are completed within budget and on schedule
- Work in a collaborative environment with a diverse, multi-disciplined project team
- Communicate internally with coworkers and project teams, externally with client and project representatives via direct conversations, email, video, telephone and writing documentation
Required Technical and Functional Skills:
- Zero (0) – Two (2) years’ of relevant experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Bluebeam applications
Required Education and Certification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- EIT (Engineer in Training) or the ability to obtain in 6 months
Preferred Skills/Experience/Education:
- Experience with Bentley, MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoads, AutoDesk/CADD, GeoPak and other engineering design programs
- Previous internship experience with a civil engineering firm supporting transportation or related design projects is a plus.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Drug-Free Workplace
"RK&K maintains a drug-free workplace. Employees of RK&K are prohibited from engaging in the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana”
EEO/Affirmative Action:
RK&K is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.