Roadway Engineer

Are we the road to your future? 

We are currently searching for an experienced Roadway Engineer to support our Southeast Region located in Atlanta, GA or Forsyth County, GA. 

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Engineering design including geometric design of highways and streets, drainage design (hydrology and hydraulics) a plus 
• Prepare construction plans and project displays 
• Assist in roadway plan set design & production including roadway alignments, cross-sections, drainage, maintenance of traffic and erosion and sedimentation control 
• Assist in preparing cost estimates, reports, and technical memos 
• Assist in the review and approval of roadway plans and reports 
• Prepare memorandums summarize analysis work 
• Manage and mentor junior staff and support staff 
• Assist in Project Management tasks and Client relations 

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering 
• 5 – 10 years of experience 
• GA PE License required 
• Knowledge of fundamental transportation standards 
• Familiarity with state and FHWA design standards, guidelines, and policies 
• Proficient in the use of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and Powerpoint 
• Experience with computer programs such as MicroStation, ArcGIS, InRoads, various CAD, OpenRoads Designer 
• Self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment 
• Able to maintain project schedules, which may require occasional extended hours and overnight travel 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills 
• General interpersonal skills including active listening, teamwork, responsibility, dependability, leadership, motivation, flexibility, and patience 
• GDOT or local government design experience preferred 
• 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:

• Previous internship/coop experience in transportation and municipal design 
• Previous GDOT experience desired but not required 

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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