Project Engineer III

About the role

Serve as a technical lead in the design and analysis of complex transportation structures. Deliver high-quality bridge design solutions for state DOTs and local municipal clients.

Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering principles to lead the design of bridge structures that meet project objectives, client expectations, and regulatory standards.
• Perform and review complex structural analyses using industry-standard software (e.g., MicroStation, Leap Bridge Concrete, AASHTOWare BrR, Open Bridge Designer, or similar tools).
• Oversee and develop detailed design drawings, technical calculations, and construction documents with rigorous attention to accuracy and constructability.
• Manage or significantly contribute to multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring successful execution of bridge and structural projects from inception through completion.
• Avoid or contribute to leading coordination efforts with contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders to maintain schedules, budgets, and high-quality outcomes.
• Ensure strict compliance with QA/QC procedures, including thorough review of design calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Serve as a technical resource for resolving design challenges, providing innovative and efficient solutions aligned with client needs.
• Engage directly with clients as needed to build strong relationships, communicate project progress, and identify opportunities for added value.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in civil engineering with a strong focus on bridge design and transportation-related structures.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis on Structures.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience applying industry standards such as AASHTO, LRFD, and state DOT design manuals.
• Proven ability to perform and oversee QA/QC procedures on complex structural designs.
• Experience working with state DOTs, municipalities, and county agencies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-coordination skills, with the ability to mentor junior engineers.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Experience with both new and rehabilitated bridges, retaining walls, noise walls, culverts, and other transportation structures.
• Experience leading or actively participating in contractor/design team coordination during project execution, including design-build or CM/GC environments.

What We Offer

• Athletic time off.
• Matching 401(k) plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances.
• Paid parental leave.
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups.
• Career development.

Why RK&K?

• Opportunity for career advancement and professional growth.
• Award-winning culture fostering collaboration and trust.
• Directly impact the communities in which we live and work.
• Trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.