Traffic Analysis Engineer

RK&K is seeking a motivated and creative Traffic Engineer to join our highly respected traffic group in Columbia, SC.

As a Traffic Engineer with RK&K you will work alongside and collaborate closely with one of the largest, most talented groups of traffic engineers and transportation professionals in the industry. Responsibilities and expectations for this role are as follows:

Essential Function

• Perform traffic analysis and engineering work on projects ranging from small scale studies and design for isolated intersections to complex solutions for urban arterial networks and major highway systems.
• Perform traffic analysis and engineering tasks such as: transportation safety studies, transportation planning studies, and traffic operations analysis
• Complete traffic impact studies, including the development of traffic forecasts
• Use tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, HCS and VISSIM to plan, visualize & analyze traffic-related projects
• Prepare technical reports and presentations
• Communicate technical information to non-technical audiences
• Work closely as part of a team, collaborating effectively with teammates and clients

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related
• Between 0-2 years of professional and progressive experience in traffic engineering and analysis
• Exceptional writing, verbal communication and presentation skills, including public speaking
• Familiarity/Experience with Highway Safety Manual, Highway Capacity Manual and AASHTO guidelines
• Familiarity/Experience with HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic and/or VISSIM
• Successfully passed or able to pass the fundamentals of engineering (FE) exam or the ability to complete within 6 months of hire

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of professional and progressive experience in traffic engineering and analysis
• Master's degree in civil engineering or related field
• Experience with Highway Safety Manual, Highway Capacity Manual and MUTCD

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• 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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