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Senior Project Engineer - Structures

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RK&K is currently hiring Senior Structural Project Engineers to join our growing team. In this role, you will serve as a technical lead in the design and analysis of complex transportation structures. You will leverage your advanced engineering expertise, sound judgment, and project leadership capabilities to deliver high‑quality bridge design solutions for state DOTs and local municipal clients.

This role may be performed remotely or from one of our office locations. Candidates based in approved U.S. locations are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions

  • 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
  • Assist with 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

Required Skills and Experience

  • 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

Other Duties

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

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
  • 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
  • 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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