About the role
Responsibilities
- Prepare design calculations and plans for a variety of design projects
- Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary environment of team members
- Oversee the entire lifecycle of projects from preliminary design through construction
- Leverage your technical knowledge to coach, mentor, and develop less experienced engineering professionals (graduate engineers, technicians, and interns)
- Apply effective written and verbal communication skills when preparing technical reports and specifications, participating in project team discussions, and interacting with clients and contractors
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil (or similar) engineering with an emphasis on storm water, hydraulic design, and/or infrastructure design
- Professional Engineer in the State of WI
- Experience working on WISDOT projects
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with water resources projects
- Working knowledge with CADD platforms (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation Open Roads Designer)
- Working knowledge of ArcMap, SWMM, HydroCAD, and/or HEC-RAS
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
- Possession of a valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience leading the preparation of water resources related permits for projects (USCG Section 10; USACE Section 404/408; State level NPDES/SWPPP and wetlands; Local level floodplain, watershed district, irrigation district, etc.)
- Previous project management experience or related responsibilities including: managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets
- Previous experience collaborating with or leading a multi-disciplined project team
- Previous experience assisting with market development activities to secure new contract opportunities including preparation of proposals and fee estimates
- Prior experience or aspiration to establish, cultivate, and enhance relations with existing and prospective clients and stakeholders
100% Employee-Owned
At TKDA, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 450 professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.
Comprehensive Benefits
- Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
- Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
- HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
- 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
- ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
- Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year
Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.
TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
**All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements.** TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.
*Pre-Employment Screening*
Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.
***Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies***
TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.