Graduate Engineer, Transportation - Roadway

At TKDA, our Roadway & Utilities team is at the forefront of maintaining and improving Minnesota’s infrastructure.

As a Graduate Engineer, Transportation - Roadway & Utilities (2 - 5 Years Experience), you will support impactful projects that enhance community connectivity and safety. You will design and support project coordination throughout the full cycle of a variety of roadway and municipal projects from feasibility studies, initial design, final design to supervising construction of design. Projects include roadway design, traffic analysis, pavement management, utilities coordination, and transportation planning for both urban and rural roadways.

Our employee-owned, multi-disciplined team thrives on collaboration and innovation, ensuring every project is optimized for sustainability, cost efficiency and risk mitigation. Join us to make a tangible difference in the communities we serve, while advancing your career in a supportive, hybrid work environment. Let’s build a better future together!

Any travel would be related to site visits or community meetings within the Twin Cities Metro area.

2025 Location Note: We are moving! Currently still in downtown Saint Paul, we will be fully moved in at our new HQ in the South Loop neighborhood of Bloomington by April 2025. Check out more about our new office! TKDA HQ 2025

Hybrid Work Environment: Graduate Engineers are encouraged to work in-office 4 days a week while getting started. Once comfortable and successfully managing week to week expectations, enjoy a flexible 3/2 hybrid model (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) to balance work and life.

• Design for a variety of infrastructure projects (roadway, bike lanes, sidewalks, crosswalks, utilities, trails, storm water drainage)
• Contribute to the production of preliminary and final plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Provide support for projects throughout their entire lifecycle, from initial feasibility studies to construction completion
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team (including civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural engineers)
• Serve as a liaison during community meetings and while on-site at projects
• Oversee construction activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications and quality standards
• Gain knowledge in various civil engineering areas (municipal infrastructure, roadways, water resources, utilities coordination and traffic)
• Travel may be required for project needs (community meetings, feasibility study data collection, construction oversight)

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent
• 2 - 5 years of experience in transportation and/or municipal engineering projects
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license

• Active EIT certification or interest in attaining EIT within 6 months of employment
• Master's degree in civil engineering
• Interest in specialization within transportation / municipal engineering (ADA, roadway design, utilities, construction coordination, city engineering)

Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ 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.

*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*

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