Highway Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

KS Engineers, P.C. (KSE) is a mid-size engineering and construction management firm ranking in the ENR Top 500 for design and ENR Top 100 for construction management.

We are headquartered in Newark, NJ, with regional offices in New York City and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA;

Mount Laurel and Mount Arlington, NJ; and Rocky Hill, CT. The firm provides engineering, construction management, and land surveying services to both public and private sector clients.

KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance.

KS Engineers, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position : Highway Design Engineer

Reports to : Project Manager / Project Engineer

General Qualities :

• Is a proactive self-starter.
• Provides technical support.
• Can accomplished assigned tasks independently with guidance from their supervisor. Capable of developing solutions to problems.

Technical Responsibilities :

• Work on a team of engineers on a detailed design of roadway and highway projects as well as curb, ramps, sidewalks, and driveways.
• Participates in various aspects of the design, development of plans and specifications, and cost estimates.
• Accurately performs calculations and cross-checks the accuracy of calculation prepared by equivalent team members.
• Keeps current with design criteria and technology.
• Is proficient in software (engineering, drafting, administrative) required to complete assigned projects.
• Responsive to Client and other KSE Manager / needs.

Administrative Responsibilities :

• Monitors invoice ability of self to verify compliance with established goals.
• Familiar with all company policies and procedures and verifies implementation and compliance.
• Completes timecard on a daily basis.

Requirements :

Educational Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering

Experience :

• 5-15 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Bentley MicroStation / Inroads / Open Roads, AUTOCAD, Bluebeam, MS Office.
• Prior experience with highway / roadway drainage design preferred.
• Previous experience with CTDOT design projects is highly desirable.
• Experience in project management and preparing technical writeup for design proposals is desirable.
• Experience with design-build projects is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Professional Licenses / Registrations

PE License, preferably in state of Connecticut.

Professional Development :

• Active participation in professional societies. industry organizations, and local civic organizations.
• Encourages professional training and licensing (self)

KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE / AA / VEV / Disabled Employer. KSE will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law