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Project Engineer - Traffic

Rummel Klepper and Kahl
Lakewood, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

RK&K's Colorado Design group is growing! RK&K is hiring an experienced Traffic Engineer to join our extensive traffic engineering department. As a Traffic Engineer at RK&K, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing effective traffic design and analysis strategies to improve transportation systems. Your expertise and leadership will contribute to the successful completion of projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. You will also be responsible for, overseeing task orders under on-call contracts, participating in large and exciting project specific contracts, and collaborating directly with clients and stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to lead, manage, and deliver complex projects across RK&K's footprint, assist in the advancement into an identified growth market, and grow into a Discipline Team leadership position.

Responsibilities / Functions :

  • Develop and implement traffic engineering strategies and solutions to optimize transportation systems, including traffic signals, signing, pavement markings, intersection design, planning studies, and much more
  • Present to clients and public stakeholders
  • Support projects for all modes of travel including highway, bus, rail, bicycle and pedestrian in urban, suburban and rural environments
  • Prepare documentation and design plans for traffic control devices, including traffic signals, signing and pavement markings, temporary traffic control, lighting, and Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS)
  • Utilize traffic software and modeling tools to simulate and analyze traffic patterns, capacity, and performance of networks
  • Stay up to date with the latest advancements in traffic engineering practices, technology and industry trends
  • Prepare technical reports and quality control reviews to ensure accuracy and integrity of engineering deliverables

Requirements / Must Haves :

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Active Professional Engineer License (P.E.)
  • Five (5) - Ten (10) years of progressive experience in traffic engineering design and / or analysis
  • Exceptional writing, verbal communication and presentation skills including public speaking
  • In-depth understanding of relevant codes, regulations, and industry standards (MUTCD, AASHTO, ITE, Highway Safety Manual, Highway Capacity Manual)
  • Proficient in using traffic engineering software and modeling tools such as Synchro / SimTraffic, VISSIM, MicroStation, and GuideSIGN
  • Growing leadership qualities and the ability to mentor younger Traffic Engineers
  • Preferred Skills :
  • PTOE
  • Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or related
  • Other Duties :

    This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under ADA) expected. 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 :

  • Pay range : $46.000 - $56.00 per hour
  • The RK&K compensation range for this position will vary based upon years of professional experience, education, certifications, skills and other compensable factors. The pay range is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
  • 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
  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • 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 : $46,000

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