Engineer I - Traffic

RK&K • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

RK&K is seeking a motivated and creative Traffic Engineer to join its traffic group in the Richmond, Virginia office. The role works alongside traffic engineers and transportation professionals on projects that improve transportation operations and safety for motorized and non-motorized travel, support healthy and livable communities, and implement technology-based transportation improvements. The work includes traffic analyses and engineering designs, with tasks performed in the office and in the field as needed. The engineer works under the supervision of a professional engineer and supports projects ranging from isolated-intersection studies and design to Complete Streets corridors and major highway systems.

Requirements

• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, or be able to take and pass it within 12 months of employment.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field with a traffic or transportation focus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivation and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills, including public speaking.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in traffic engineering.
• Participation in professional societies such as ITE, ASCE, or ASHE.
• Prior internship experience in traffic or transportation engineering.
• Working knowledge of MicroStation or AutoCAD, GIS, GuideSIGN, AutoTurn, Synchro, Vissim, or HCS.
• Exposure to traffic engineering references such as the MUTCD, Highway Capacity Manual, and AASHTO guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide traffic engineering support for studies and designs ranging from isolated intersections to Complete Streets corridors and major highway systems.
• Prepare design plans for traffic signals, signing and pavement markings, temporary traffic control and work zones, lighting, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, toll systems, traffic calming, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
• Conduct field investigations and collect and compile traffic data.
• Evaluate traffic safety and operational conditions for all road users and develop recommendations for improvements.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and design plans.
• Communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Student Loan Retirement Match Program
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee resource groups
• Career development

What This Job Offers

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