RK&K · 23 hours ago
Project Engineer, Transportation
Virginia Beach, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expRK&K is a full-service engineering and construction management firm, and they are seeking Project Engineers to join their highway design team in Virginia Beach, VA. The role involves planning, designing, and leading transportation projects while ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards.
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Responsibilities
Lead and contribute to the design, analysis, and development of highway and roadway projects, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations
Utilize industry standard programs such as MicroStation, GeoPak, OpenRoads Designer, Civil 3D, and other related design software to create detailed highway design plans, alignments, profiles, cross-sections, and other required documentation
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, and project managers, to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions for complex transportation projects
Apply your expertise in highway design standards to create safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible designs for various types of roads and highways
Participate in the preparation of technical reports, feasibility studies, and design calculations to support project proposals and submissions
Lead the coordination and communication with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met and approvals are obtained
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and designers, fostering their professional growth and development
Perform quality control reviews of design documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project objectives
Actively stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in highway design to enhance the team's capabilities and project outcomes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited institution
A minimum of Four (4) years of experience in highway and roadway design, with a significant focus on DOT projects
Current Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in civil engineering or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
Proficiency in one or more of the following - MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, Civil 3D, and other relevant design software
Strong understanding of highway design standards, regulations, and guidelines including: MUTCD, VDOT, AASHTO
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively liaise with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders
Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality design documents
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Preferred
Master's degree in civil engineering
Eight (8) + years of experience in highway and roadway design, with a significant focus on DOT projects
Alternate Project Delivery experience
Benefits
Paid time off and Holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs and employee resource groups
Career Development
Matching 401(k) plan
Much, much more!
Company
RK&K
RK&K provides full-service planning, engineering, environmental, and construction management/inspection firm.
1001-5000 employees
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