Senior Transportation Project Engineer (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Insurance package

401(k) matching

Paid Holidays

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead transportation design across highways, interchanges, tollways, and transit corridors using OpenRoads Designer for roadway design and reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Civil Engineering, 8+ years in transportation design, and a VA PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months. Strong collaboration and ORD proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in transportation infrastructure design.
• Active PE license in VA or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Proficient in OpenRoads Designer for roadway design and modeling.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.
• Familiarity with DOT standards across multiple states.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support technical design on transportation projects (highways, interchanges, tollways, transit corridors).
• Collaborate across offices to develop innovative and cost-effective design solutions.
• Serve as technical liaison between teams, clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Develop and review plans, specifications, cost estimates, and design reports using ORD.
• Participate in proposal development, design-build pursuits, and technical presentations.
• Mentor junior engineers and support career development.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with standards and client requirements.
• Stay informed on industry trends and delivery methods.

Skills

Civil engineering

PE license

ORD proficiency

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

RK&K is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead transportation design across highways, interchanges, tollways, and transit corridors using OpenRoads Designer for roadway design and reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Civil Engineering, 8+ years in transportation design, and a VA PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months. Strong collaboration and ORD proficiency are required.