Roadway Engineer

Overview

Design and manage highway/streets projects, including geometry, drainage, and construction plans.

Key Responsibilities

• geometric design
• drainage design
• construction plans
• cost estimates
• roadway design
• traffic maintenance

Tasks

-Engineering design including geometric design of highways and streets, drainage design (hydrology and hydraulics) -Prepare memorandums summarize analysis work -Prepare construction plans and project displays -Assist in preparing cost estimates, reports, and technical memos -Assist in roadway plan set design & production including roadway alignments, cross-sections, drainage, maintenance of traffic and erosion and sedimentation control

Requirements

• microstation
• arcgis
• openroads
• civil engineering
• pe license
• ms office

What You Bring

-Self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment -A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) -1 – 5 years of experience -EI Certification or PE License (if eligible) -ALDOT or local government design experience preferred -General interpersonal skills including active listening, teamwork, responsibility, dependability, leadership, motivation, flexibility, and patience -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 -Proficient in the use of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and Powerpoint -Familiarity with state and FHWA design standards, guidelines, and policies -Experience with computer programs such as MicroStation, ArcGIS, InRoads, various CAD, and OpenRoads Designer -Valid driver’s license -Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering -Able to maintain project schedules, which may require occasional extended hours and overnight travel -Effective verbal and written communication skills -Knowledge of fundamental transportation standards

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Benefits

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

About Volkert, Inc.

-Engineered landmark projects like the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, still the longest continuous bridge over water. -Expanded into ports, highways, and flood control—shaping major infrastructure from Sugar Bowl stadium expansions to interstate highway systems. -Typical projects include airport terminals, major bridges, urban roadways, transit systems, waterfront, and environmental restoration. -Specialist areas span transportation, water resources, energy, environmental consulting, aviation, and bridge design. -The team includes experts ranging from landscape architects to real-estate specialists, enabling full-service offerings.

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Security Clearance

-pre‑employment drug screening (including marijuana) as per federal guidelines -post‑offer fit‑for‑duty evaluation if applicable -valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle report (mvr)