Project Engineer, Transportation

RK&K; Bristol (TN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid work (home and office)

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances

Paid parental leave

Career Development

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A full-service engineering firm in Tennessee is seeking a Highway Design Project Engineer to enhance local transportation systems. You'll lead and collaborate on various transportation design tasks, ensuring quality deliverables on time and within budget. Candidates should have at least 4 years of civil engineering experience, a BS in Civil Engineering, and proficiency in relevant software. The position offers a hybrid work model and various employee benefits including paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in civil and/or transportation/highway engineering.
• Professional Engineering Registration (PE) or ability to secure within 6 months.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform various engineering tasks for roadways and multimodal facilities.
• Lead project teams to ensure quality deliverables are completed within budget.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and government agencies.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Transportation/Highway Engineering

MicroStation V8i

AutoCAD Civil3D

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Education

BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program

Tools

GEOPAK/OpenRoads

InRoads

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

At RK&K, we are hiring motivated Highway Design Project Engineers in Tennessee who want to provide better transportation for our local communities! As a Project Engineer at RK&K, you will join our multimodal Transportation Design team and provide creative input and leadership for projects with a wide variety of state, county and municipal public works and transportation agencies. You will collaborate with coworkers, peers, clients, agency leaders and community representatives to develop transportation improvements that serve a diverse range of users and travel modes, enhance safety and make communities better places to live. Our team-oriented environment is supported by subject matter experts and experienced mentors that will help you grow and achieve your career goals!

Willing to consider candidates throughout the US. This position is available for relocation assistance. Sign on bonus also available based on candidate's experience.

Essential Functions

• Perform a wide variety of engineering tasks for new roadways, roadway widening, streetscapes, complete streets, trails, bicycle/pedestrian facilities, transit, intersections, interchanges, roundabouts and the development of concepts, studies, contract plans, cost estimates and specifications
• Collaborate and lead a project team to develop complete, accurate and cost-effective design recommendations that enhance function, safety, multimodal travel and community need
• Apply applicable federal, state and local guidelines and standards
• Lead design projects to ensure high quality deliverables are completed within budget and on schedule
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, communities, government agencies, and project staff
• Work in a collaborative environment with a diverse and energetic multi-disciplined project team

Required Skills and Experience

• Four (4) + years of experience in civil and/or transportation/highway engineering
• BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program
• Proficiency in MicroStation V8i, GEOPAK/OpenRoads, InRoads, and/or AutoCAD Civil3D
• Professional Engineering Registration (PE) or the ability to secure within 6 months of hire

Preferred Skills and Experience

• In-depth understanding of transportation planning reports, contract documents, Highway Design Standards and TDOT, AASHTO and other local highway design manuals and guidelines
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel
• Capable of leading transportation design projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under ADA) expected. 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

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• 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.

Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!