Roadway Engineer

Volkert Inc • Cumming, GA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently searching for an experienced Roadway Engineer to support our Southeast Region located in Atlanta, GA or Forsyth County, GA.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 5 – 10 years of experience
• GA PE License required
• Knowledge of fundamental transportation standards
• Familiarity with state and FHWA design standards, guidelines, and policies
• Proficient in the use of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
• Experience with computer programs such as MicroStation, ArcGIS, InRoads, various CAD, OpenRoads Designer
• Self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
• Able to maintain project schedules, which may require occasional extended hours and overnight travel
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• General interpersonal skills including active listening, teamwork, responsibility, dependability, leadership, motivation, flexibility, and patience
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Nice To Haves

• GDOT or local government design experience preferred
• Previous internship/coop experience in transportation and municipal design
• Previous GDOT experience desired but not required

Responsibilities

• Engineering design including geometric design of highways and streets, drainage design (hydrology and hydraulics) a plus
• Prepare construction plans and project displays
• Assist in roadway plan set design & production including roadway alignments, cross-sections, drainage, maintenance of traffic and erosion and sedimentation control
• Assist in preparing cost estimates, reports, and technical memos
• Assist in the review and approval of roadway plans and reports
• Prepare memorandums summarize analysis work
• Manage and mentor junior staff and support staff
• Assist in Project Management tasks and Client relations

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

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