MOT Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Lone Tree (IA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Engineer to join their Infrastructure Design team. This position involves coordinating design efforts to ensure compliance with project requirements, mentoring junior staff, and promoting innovative design solutions. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in traffic engineering and hold a P.E. license.

Benefits

Top-notch health benefits

401k plan with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• Minimum of 8 years of U.S. transportation project experience.
• 5+ years of MOT experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project team to understand design limits.
• Develop MOT design production on pursuit and final design projects.
• Lead project level meetings and interdisciplinary design coordination.

Skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

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Requisition ID: 173990

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an immediate opening for a dynamic Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Engineer in our growing Engineering Services Group. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, MOT, civil, drainage, roadway, rail, traffic, and materials disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of infrastructure projects.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us to identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clients benefit from Kiewit’s proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan (RRSP), and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.

Location

This role will be based out of our Bellevue, WA, Federal Way, WA OR Lone Tree, CO offices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project team to understand the design limits and constraints
• Develop and lead MOT design production on pursuit and final design projects
• Review project scope and contracts to assure MOT plans meet project requirements
• Mentor junior staff with technical and professional development
• Coordinate with project estimating and scheduling staff to develop and optimize construciton phasing
• Strong focus on innovation and ability to envision, develop and evaluate multiple phasing options, design optimization, and alternative technical concepts
• Lead interdisciplinary design coordination to ensure that project elements are compatible
• Lead quality control reviews, comment resolution meetings, and verify corrections are completed
• Lead project level meetings
• Interface with project stakeholders as needed
• Develop Transportation Management Plans
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or greater in Civil Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE)
• Minimum of 8 years of U.S. transportation project experience , and 5+ years of MOT experience
• Certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) a plus
• North America Design build project experience is required
• WSDOT OR CDOT experience is preferred
• Roadway or Traffic Engineering experience is preferred
• Extensive knowledge of the MUTCD, Roadside Design Guide and construction traffic control design
• Experience in developing Maintenance of Traffic Plans for Design-Build projects is desired
• Experience in development of Transportation Management Plans is desired
• Critical thinking skills necessary with the ability to plan ahead
• Knowledge of design software including MicroStation, Inroads, ORD, SignCAD, AutoCAD and Civil3D
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
  
  
  

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
  
  
  

Base Compensation: $138,000/yr - $160,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 04/18/2025 - 08/02/2025

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction and Civil Engineering

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