Engineer II, Traffic

RK&K; Virginia, Fairfax (MN, VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Traffic Engineer and make a real impact on transportation design and engineering. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects that support public and private agencies, focusing on Temporary Traffic Control and Maintenance of Traffic. With a commitment to career advancement and professional growth, this innovative firm provides a collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to shape the communities we serve. Design your career with us today!

Benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Zero to six years of experience in traffic engineering.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Design traffic engineering plans and perform preliminary engineering.
• Prepare documentation for traffic control devices and signals.
• Support projects for various modes of travel.

Skills

Traffic Engineering Design

Public Speaking

Technical Report Writing

Highway Safety Manual

MUTCD Guidelines

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS)

Job description

RK&K is hiring a Traffic Engineer to join our highly successful transportation group. As a Traffic Engineer with RK&K you will support public and private agencies on design and engineering programs throughout our portfolio. This role will support our efforts in Temporary Traffic Control and Maintenance of Traffic for construction.

Essential Function

• Perform a variety of tasks, including traffic engineering design plans and preliminary engineering design


• Support projects for all modes of travel including highway, bus, rail, bicycle and pedestrian in urban, suburban and rural environments


• Prepare documentation and design plans for traffic control devices, including traffic signals, signing and pavement markings, temporary traffic control, lighting, and Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS)


• Prepare technical reports and presentations

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering


• Zero (0) to Six (6) years of progressive experience in traffic engineering


• Exceptional writing, verbal communication and presentation skills including public speaking


• Experience with Highway Safety Manual, Highway Capacity Manual, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and AASHTO guidelines


• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering


• Internship experience focused in transportation design preferred


• Certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)


• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of VA

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


• Tuition reimbursement


• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances


• Matching 401(k) plan


• Paid Holidays


• 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.

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