Remote-Friendly Senior Transportation Project Engineer

Rk K; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to play a key role in planning, design, and delivery of Transportation Projects across the firm. You will collaborate with engineers and project managers on diverse delivery types, including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3, and other Alternative Delivery projects, using ORD for roadway design and reports.

You will mentor junior engineers, contribute to proposals, and ensure QC and standards compliance, with travel as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in transportation infrastructure design.
• PE license in VA or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Proficient in OpenRoads Designer (ORD) for roadway design and modeling.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with dispersed teams.
• Familiarity with DOT standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support technical design on transportation projects (highways, interchanges, tollways).
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across offices.
• Serve as a technical liaison with clients, contractors, stakeholders.
• Develop and review plans, specifications, cost estimates, and design reports using ORD.
• Participate in proposal development and design-build pursuits.
• Mentor junior engineers and support career development.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with standards.
• Stay informed about industry trends and alternative delivery methods.

Skills

ORD proficiency

Strong communication

Organized/detail-oriented

DOT standards familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

RK&K is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to play a key role in planning, design, and delivery of Transportation Projects across the firm. You will collaborate with engineers and project managers on diverse delivery types, including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3, and other Alternative Delivery projects, using ORD for roadway design and reports.

You will mentor junior engineers, contribute to proposals, and ensure QC and standards compliance, with travel as required.