Engineer I - Traffic

RK&K is seeking a highly motivated Traffic Engineer with 1 to 3 years of experience to join our successful and growing team in Austin, TX.

As a Traffic Engineer at RK&K you will play a crucial role in performing traffic analysis and design, working on exciting projects in Texas while interacting with our traffic department across the firm. Our projects focus on improving roadway safety and operations, pedestrian and bicycle safety, creating and enhancing healthy and livable communities, and implementing technology based operational improvements. As a Traffic Engineer for RK&K you will work alongside and collaborate with a vibrant and talented professional team while working with comprehensive travel demand models, robust data platforms, sophisticated simulation models, state of the art operations software, and powerful computer design software.

Responsibilities/Functions:

Perform traffic engineering tasks such as:

• transportation safety evaluation, traffic operations analysis, signing and pavement marking design, traffic signal design, illumination design, ITS system implementation, and travel demand modeling
• Perform work on projects ranging from small scale studies and design for isolated intersections to complex solutions for urban arterial networks and major highway systems
• Perform design on innovative transportation solutions implementing Intelligent Traffic System (ITS) devices, ATMS software applications, and traffic signal systems
• Perform work on projects creating healthy communities, improving pedestrian and bicycle safety, and increasing transportation options
• Collaborate with and present to clients and public stakeholders

Educational Requirements and Certifications:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate
• Prior experience working in a traffic or transportation engineering related firm

Requirements:

• One (1) – Three (3) years of progressive experience in traffic engineering
• Good writing, verbal communication and presentation skills including public speaking
• Experience with traffic analysis tools (Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, or ISATe) or traffic design tools (Microstation, Agi32, or GuideSIGN)

Other Duties:

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.

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
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• 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.

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Drug-Free Workplace RK&K maintains a drug-free workplace. Employees of RK&K are prohibited from engaging in the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana

EEO/Affirmative Action RK&K is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.