Roadway Engineer

Volkert, Inc.

Tuscaloosa (AL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Wellness incentives

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Roadway Engineer in Tuscaloosa, AL. This position involves engineering design, project scheduling, and preparing construction plans. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, 1-5 years of experience, and knowledge of MS Office and design standards. Benefits include competitive compensation, stock ownership plan, medical coverage, and more. Join a company that values sustainability, diversity, and professional development.

Qualifications

1 – 5 years of experience in Civil Engineering.
EI Certification or PE License preferred.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

Engagement in engineering design including geometric designs and drainage.
Preparation of construction plans and project displays.
Assistance in roadway plan set design and production.

Skills

Engineering design

Project scheduling

Effective communication

Teamwork

Active listening

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

ArcGIS

InRoads

CAD

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Roadway Engineer

Gulf Region – Birmingham, Huntsville, Tuscaloosa, AL

What You’ll Be Doing

Engineering design including geometric design of highways and streets, drainage design (hydrology and hydraulics)
Prepare construction plans and project displays
Assist in roadway plan set design & production including roadway alignments, cross-sections, drainage, maintenance of traffic and erosion and sedimentation control
Assist in preparing cost estimates, reports, and technical memos
Prepare memorandums summarizing analysis work

What You Need To Have

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
1 – 5 years of experience
EI Certification or PE License (if eligible)
Knowledge of fundamental transportation standards
Familiarity with state and FHWA design standards, guidelines, and policies
Proficient in the use of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
Experience with computer programs such as MicroStation, ArcGIS, InRoads, various CAD, and OpenRoads Designer
Self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
Able to maintain project schedules, which may require occasional extended hours and overnight travel
Effective verbal and written communication skills
General interpersonal skills including active listening, teamwork, responsibility, dependability, leadership, motivation, flexibility, and patience
ALDOT or local government design experience preferred
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role
Valid driver’s license
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

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