Transportation Engineer in Training

United States·BirminghamRegular Full Timemid

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Key Responsibilities

Collect and analyze data for inclusion in project plans, technical reports, and engineering studies Assist with the development of traffic impact studies, interchange access requests, safety studies,

Requirements Summary

BS in Civil Engineering EIT (E.I.) Certification 2–4 years of experience Familiarity with DOT design standards, MUTCD,

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Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Transportation Engineer in Training to support our Gulf Region located in Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, 2 years of experience in either Traffic or Roadway design.

What you’ll be doing:

Collect and analyze data for inclusion in project plans, technical reports, and engineering studies
Assist with the development of traffic impact studies, interchange access requests, safety studies, traffic signal warrant studies, land use planning, master plan studies, bikeway planning and design, and community and campus planning
Prepare and assist in preparing roadway design plans using OpenRoads Designer
Work on traffic signal design plans for new intersections and signal modifications to facilitate multimodal accommodations
Work on temporary traffic control plans/traffic management plans (TMP) and signing and pavement marking plans
Assist in preparing conceptual intersection layouts, schematics, and signal timings
Contribute to the preparation and modification of engineering reports and calculations for a wide variety of projects
Prepare and assist in preparing project construction quantities, cost estimates, specifications, and schedules
Review quantity estimates, details, calculations, and drawings for compliance with project requirements
Attend project meetings with clients
Learn project budgets to meet financial metrics
Potential to learn and participate in business development activities
Perform other duties as assigned

What you need to have:

BS in Civil Engineering
EIT (E.I.) Certification
2–4 years of experience
Familiarity with DOT design standards, MUTCD, and AASHTO
Self-starter capable of completing tasks with minimal oversight
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Willingness and motivation to curate and eventually develop a personal client base
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have:

Experience with OpenRoads Designer
Familiarity with traffic analysis software such as VISSIM, Synchro/SimTraffic, Sidra Intersection, or HCS
Experience with transportation planning, including comprehensive corridor analysis, local programs, public involvement, safety and access, pedestrian and bicycle planning, multimodal planning, and traffic operations

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

Key Benefits:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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