Project Engineer I

RK&K; Lakeland (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision/Life/6

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Roadway Senior Project Engineer to join our central Florida offices. The role, located anywhere in Florida within 30 miles of an RK&K office, involves leading roadway design on projects for FDOT and municipalities, and collaborating with multiple disciplines and clients.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of roadway design experience, a BS in Civil Engineering, and a Florida P.E. license, with ORD and FDOT experience preferred. A hybrid work arrangement is offered.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of roadway design experience.
• Florida P.E. license required.
• Experience with FDOT/municipal roadway design.
• Familiarity with FDOT ORD and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Design horizontal and vertical alignments.
• Prepare roadway plan sheets and profiles.
• Prepare specifications packages.
• Calculate quantities and cost estimates.
• Prepare design documentation.
• Coordinate with clients and sub-consultants.

Skills

Roadway design

Project engineering

Client coordination

Cross-discipline collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Florida

Tools

FDOT Connect/Open Roads Designer (ORD)

FDOT Standard Plans

Job description

Overview

RK&K is hiring Roadway Senior Project Engineers to join our successful and growing central Florida offices. This position can be located anywhere in Florida, preferably within 30 miles of one of RK&K's existing offices.

As a Project Engineer with RK&K, your responsibilities will include working with a team of engineers on the design of assigned projects. Projects will include, but not be limited to roadway widenings, resurfacings, and project development & environmental (PD&E) studies. Clients include the Florida Department of Transportation and several municipalities.

Essential Functions

• Design and analysis of horizontal and vertical alignments
• Prepare roadway plan set components including plan, profile, cross section, and detail sheets
• Prepare specifications packages
• Calculate quantities and prepare construction cost estimates
• Prepare design documentation
• Work with other disciplines on creative solutions to design challenges
• Coordinate with clients and sub-consultants

Required Experience

• Minimum four (4) years of experience in roadway design
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Florida
• Experience with Roadway Design on Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and local municipalities
• Experience with FDOT Connect/Open Roads Designer (ORD)
• Working knowledge of FDOT Standard Plans, FDOT Drainage Manual and Florida Design Manual

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Eight (8) years of experience in roadway 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
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holiday
• 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.