Roadway Design Engineering Assistant
About The Position
The Roadway Design Engineering Assistant is an entry-level position focused on building foundational roadway and multimodal design skills. This role supports project teams through production, analysis, and coordination tasks while learning applicable standards, tools, and best practices. Individuals at this level work under close supervision and receive structured guidance, mentoring, and feedback to support professional growth. We are looking for candidates who enjoy learning, innovation, and collaboration. The ideal candidate will be proactive with a positive attitude and a willingness to take on new challenges. DKS is committed to a “one company” experience, encouraging cross-training and cross-office project work, a practice that benefits both our clients and employees. DKS’ Core Values permeate everything we do: Meaningful Difference, Expertise, Client Satisfaction, Opportunity, Trustworthy, and Teamwork. Don't meet every requirement? At DKS Associates, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so even if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be just who we're looking for.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
- Engineer in Training certification or ability to obtain within three months of hire.
- Familiarity with basic roadway design principles and engineering fundamentals.
- Exposure to design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar tools.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or academic project experience related to roadway or transportation design.
- Exposure to DOT or local agency projects.
- Interest in multimodal transportation, complete streets, or urban design.
- Exposure to 3D roadway design software such as Civil3D or OpenRoads.
Responsibilities
- Supporting roadway and multimodal design tasks under the direction of licensed engineers and senior staff.
- Assisting with preparation of plan sheets, exhibits, and design graphics.
- Developing basic design elements such as alignments, profiles, cross sections, and quantities with guidance.
- Applying agency standards, design manuals, and project criteria as directed.
- Supporting cost estimates, quantity calculations, and design documentation.
- Coordinating assigned tasks with other disciplines under supervision.
- Participating in internal quality control processes and incorporate review comments.
- Assisting with responding to agency or client comments.
- Participating in field reviews, site visits, and construction support activities as needed.
- Proactively seeking feedback and demonstrating progress in technical skill development.
Benefits
- 10 Vacation Days & 8.66 Sick Pay Days
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Employer paid Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Coverage
- 100% DKS paid Medical Premium for our employee-owners
- 80% DKS paid Medical Premium for spouse and dependents of our employee-owners
- Extremely affordable Dental & Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account (Health Care & Dependent Care), Transit Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account Options
- Paid Jury/Witness Duty
- Paid Bereavement Leave without Pay
- Transit Subsidy
- Pre-tax Commuter Option
- Referral Bonus Program
- DKS funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401k Pre-tax and Roth options
- Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Training & Educational Assistance
- Professional Registration Support
- Technical & Professional Societies
- Conferences & Seminars
- Annual Bonus Program
- Years of Service Awards
- Hybrid Work Schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
