Entry Level Traffic Engineer

KCI Technologies; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to employee ownership and innovation! This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful traffic engineering projects while enjoying a supportive and collaborative work environment. You'll engage in designing construction drawings, utilizing cutting-edge software, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm values your contributions and provides ample opportunities for professional growth. If you're ready to rise to the challenge and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Family-friendly benefits

Collaborative working environment

Training and mentoring resources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 0-2 years experience in traffic project design preferred.
• Familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, and NACTO standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare construction drawings for traffic projects.
• Conduct site visits and gather necessary data for projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Synchro/Sim Traffic

PTV Vistro

HCS software

Microstation

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 50 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• Experience with Synchro/Sim Traffic, PTV Vistro, and/or HCS software preferred
• Familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, and NACTO standards.
• Design and preparation of construction drawings for various traffic projects preferred. Signal or bikeway design.
• Experience with Microstation and/or AutoCAD.
• Good problem solving and communication skills. Attention to detail. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to obtain EIT within 6 months

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required. Appropriate professional certification preferred.
• Minimum of 0-2 years experience.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required.

Performance Expectations

• Complete Annual Individual Training Program
• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target (80-85% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly (or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Compare field data to base plan
• Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval
• Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
• Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
• Review and approve shop drawings

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.