Project Engineer I, Transportation

Rk&K • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

At RK&K, we are hiring Project Engineers to join our skilled and dynamic highway design team in Virginia Beach, VA. As a Project Engineer at RK&K use your knowledge and expertise as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) to plan, design, lead transportation projects for VDOT as well as other public and private sector customers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in highway and roadway design, with a proven track record of utilizing industry-standard software such as MicroStation, GeoPak, OpenRoads Designer, and Civil 3D. This individual should be well-versed in highway design standards and possess the ability to lead tasks for Department of Transportation (DOT) projects. As a Highway Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the transportation infrastructure that connects our communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited institution
• A minimum of Four (4) years of experience in highway and roadway design, with a significant focus on DOT projects
• Current Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in civil engineering or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Proficiency in one or more of the following - MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, Civil 3D, and other relevant design software
• Strong understanding of highway design standards, regulations, and guidelines including: MUTCD , VDOT , AASHTO
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively liaise with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality design documents
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in civil engineering
• Eight (8) + years of experience in highway and roadway design, with a significant focus on DOT projects
• Alternate Project Delivery experience

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design, analysis, and development of highway and roadway projects, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations
• Utilize industry standard programs such as MicroStation, GeoPak, OpenRoads Designer, Civil 3D, and other related design software to create detailed highway design plans, alignments, profiles, cross-sections, and other required documentation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, and project managers, to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions for complex transportation projects
• Apply your expertise in highway design standards to create safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible designs for various types of roads and highways
• Participate in the preparation of technical reports, feasibility studies, and design calculations to support project proposals and submissions
• Lead the coordination and communication with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met and approvals are obtained
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and designers, fostering their professional growth and development
• Perform quality control reviews of design documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project objectives
• Actively stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in highway design to enhance the team's capabilities and project outcomes

Benefits

• Paid time off and Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Much, much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees