Engineer I - Roadway Designer

Rk K; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life and other

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Career Development

Job summary

RK&K in Richmond, VA is seeking a Transportation Engineer I to join our Highway/Roadway group. You will design and analyze transportation facilities including new roadways, widenings, resurfacings, and multimodal improvements.

Responsibilities include preparing plan, profile, cross sections, traffic control plans, quantities, and cost estimates; collaborating with disciplines; and contributing to design packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 0 to 5 years of experience in roadway design.
• Working knowledge of basic roadway design principles.

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 design challenges.

Skills

Roadway design

Intersection design

Sidewalk design

Widening design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microstation

CADD

Job description

RK&K is currently hiring a Transportation Engineer I to join our team in Richmond, 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 And Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field
• Zero (0) to Five (5) years of experience in roadway design
• Working knowledge of basic roadway design principals

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Engineering Intern (E.I.) license in DC/VA or ability to obtain within six (6) months
• Microstation or CADD experience
• Innovative intersection design
• Sidewalk or shared use path design
• Roadway widening or new alignment design

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.

Salary Range: $38 - $42.50/hr.