Senior Project Engineer, Highways

RK&K; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm as a Senior Project Engineer in Washington DC! You will lead exciting projects that enhance transportation systems and improve community safety. Collaborate with a diverse team of experts and mentors dedicated to your success. This role offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the community. With competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, this is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth and career advancement. If you're passionate about engineering and making a difference, apply today!

Benefits

Paid time off

Hybrid work (home and office)

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in civil engineering design and transportation/highway engineering.
• Proficiency in MicroStation and AutoCAD Civil3D is essential.
• Professional Engineering Registration (PE) is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support multiple ongoing programs with DDOT, VDOT, and local agencies.
• Perform a variety of engineering tasks including roadway designs and traffic control.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and project staff in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Civil Engineering Design

Transportation Engineering

MicroStation V8i

GEOPAK

OpenRoads

InRoads

AutoCAD Civil3D

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation V8i

AutoCAD Civil3D

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

RK&K is hiring a Senior Project Engineer in our award-winning highways department to join our team in Washington DC, or surrounding areas. As a Senior Project Engineer you will lead and support of our multiple ongoing programs with DDOT, VDOT, USDOT and various local agencies and municipalities. Our team-oriented environment is supported by subject matter experts and experienced mentors that will help you succeed!

Essential Function

• Perform a wide variety of engineering tasks including concept designs, traffic control designs, roadway & highway designs, streetscapes, complete streets, profiles, geometric layouts, cross sections, intersections, interchanges, bicycle/pedestrian facilities, contract plans, cost estimates and specifications


• Perform engineering planning tasks including preparation of conceptual road plans and alternatives analysis for new transportation systems or retrofits to existing systems, design alteration and modification of existing transportation systems to improve safety or function, prepare alternatives analyses reports for concept roadway improvements


• Apply DDOT, VDOT and AASHTO design criteria, regulatory requirements, standards, and processes


• Lead design projects to ensure deliverables are completed within budget and on schedule


• Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, government agencies, and project staff


• Work in a collaborative environment with a diverse multi-disciplined project team

Required Skills and Experience

• Eight (8) years of experience in civil engineering design 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)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• In-depth understanding of Highway Design Standards, MUTCD, DDOT, VDOT, AASHTO and other 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

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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 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!

Salary Range: 116K-145K per year