Graduate Design Engineer, Transportation

About the role

Transportation Highway Engineer

Tkda seeks a Graduate Engineer, Transportation

Highway to support the expansion of our specialized practice. The Highway team creates solutions that enhance public safety and optimize mobility for diverse road users. This position involves the design of complex transportation infrastructure systems. Work encompasses geometric layouts, multimodal planning, preliminary engineering, and final design for state departments, local agencies, and construction-focused contractors.

The employee-owned, multidisciplinary team prioritizes collaboration and innovation. Every project undergoes optimization for sustainability, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation. Joining Tkda offers the opportunity to create a visible impact within local communities. The role provides a supportive path for professional advancement within a hybrid work structure.

Work Environment

The arrangement follows a hybrid model. Office presence is required Tuesday through Thursday. Remote work is standard on Mondays and Fridays. This is an evergreen posting. The company seeks to identify and engage qualified talent for future needs. While no immediate vacancy exists, applications are welcome for active consideration.

Key Responsibilities

The engineer drafts initial geometric layouts for roadways and streets. These drafts align with specific agency standards and project constraints. Analysis of traffic patterns and intersection behavior forms the basis for mobile studies. Geometric plans are developed to coordinate closely with traffic signals, signage, and pavement markings.

Designs integrate multimodal concepts for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit passengers. The role requires the creation of preliminary engineering documentation. These documents support review processes and formal approval procedures. Final design sets are prepared for construction documentation and the bidding process. The engineer maintains comprehensive project records. This documentation aids current reviews and informs future modifications.

Collaboration is central to the workflow. Designs are shared with project partners to ensure alignment with agency objectives and schedules. This ensures the delivery of practical and effective transportation solutions.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a related discipline. A minimum of three years of academic study in engineering is required. Foundational knowledge of highway design principles is essential. The candidate must熟练掌握 related calculation methods and technical procedures.

The ability to read and interpret complex design standards is mandatory. Clear communication skills are necessary for written reports and verbal discussions. Proficiency in team settings is required for successful project execution. Proficiency with computer-aided tools is needed for drawing production and data analysis.

Technology and Experience

Familiarity with transportation planning and design software is valued. Specific expertise in current industry applications improves workflow efficiency and design accuracy.

Core Tools

Mastery of AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential for daily design tasks. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office support reporting and documentation needs. These tools form the primary technological foundation for the role.

Application Details

Please confirm specific details on the official application page. Information regarding location and engagement may vary. The listed compensation rate serves as a guideline for evaluation. Exact figures are confirmed during the hiring process.

This position operates within the Bloomington, Minnesota area. The engagement is full-time, equivalent to 40 hours per week. The role offers a competitive hourly rate. The position is classified as a Graduate Design Engineer, Transportation

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What you'll do

• Execute the technical scope for transportation projects as a
• Develop geometric layouts for roadways and streets in alignment with agency standards and project constraints.
• Conduct analysis of traffic patterns and intersection behavior to establish the foundation for mobile studies.
• Coordinate geometric plans with traffic signals, signage, and pavement markings to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Integrate multimodal concepts for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit passengers within the design framework.
• Produce preliminary engineering documentation to support review processes and formal approval procedures.
• Prepare final design sets for construction documentation and the bidding process.
• Maintain comprehensive project records to aid current reviews and inform future modifications.
• Share designs with project partners to ensure alignment with agency objectives and schedules.
• Optimize project outputs for sustainability, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment that prioritizes innovation and visible community impact.
• Support the expansion of the specialized transportation practice through efficient execution of assigned duties.
• Adhere to hybrid work expectations by fulfilling responsibilities during required office presence on Tuesday through Thursday.
• Leverage core tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office to deliver accurate reporting and documentation.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a related discipline.
• Complete a minimum of three years of academic study in engineering.
• Demonstrate foundational knowledge of highway design principles.

-熟练掌握 related calculation methods and technical procedures.

• Read and interpret complex design standards with mandatory proficiency.
• Communicate clearly in written reports and verbal discussions.
• Function proficiently in team settings to ensure successful project execution.
• Utilize computer-aided tools for drawing production and data analysis.
• Familiarize with transportation planning and design software to improve workflow.
• Apply specific expertise in current industry applications to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Practical notes

• This is an evergreen posting where applications are welcome for active consideration even without an immediate vacancy.
• Office presence is required Tuesday through Thursday.
• Remote work is standard on Mondays and Fridays.
• The position operates within the Bloomington, Minnesota area.
• The engagement is full-time, equivalent to 40 hours per week.
• Compensation details are provided as a guideline and finalized during the hiring process.