Engineer I - Highways

RK&K; Fair Lakes (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Transportation Engineer in Fairfax, VA to design and analyze roadway projects including new roadways, widenings, resurfacings, and multimodal improvements. The role emphasizes horizontal/vertical alignment design, plan development, and traffic control planning.

Required 0–2 years of roadway design experience, a BS in Civil Engineering, and an E.I. license in VA or ability to obtain within six months.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of roadway design experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Engineering Intern (E.I.) license in VA or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of horizontal and vertical alignments
• Prepare plan, profile, cross section, and detail sheets
• Design temporary traffic control plans
• Calculate quantities and prepare construction cost estimates
• Support preparation of design documentation
• Support preparation of specifications packages
• Work with other disciplines on creative solutions to design challenges

Skills

Roadway design

EI license VA

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Job description

RK&K is currently hiring a Transportation Engineer for our team in Fairfax, VA. As a Highway/Roadway Engineer with RK&K, your responsibilities will include design and analysis of transportation facilities. Projects will include, but not be limited to new roadways, widenings, resurfacings, and multimodal improvements.

Essential Functions

• Design and analysis of horizontal and vertical alignments
• Prepare plan, profile, cross section, and detail sheets
• Design temporary traffic control plans
• Calculate quantities and prepare construction cost estimates
• Support preparation of design documentation
• Support preparation of specifications packages
• Work with other disciplines on creative solutions to design challenges

Required Skills & Experience

• Zero (0) to Two (2) years of experience in roadway design
• Working knowledge of basic roadway design principals
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field
• Engineering Intern (E.I.) license in VA or ability to obtain within six (6) months

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Roadway widening or new alignment design
• Innovative intersection design
• Sidewalk or shared use path design
• Previous internship experience

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

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

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.