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At Klingner, you’ll lead innovative designs for roadways, highways, and bridges that connect and protect the traveling public. Your advanced experience will be applied across projects for local, county, and state clients. Collaborating within our well-respected teams, this is an opportunity to expand your design and leadership opportunities within an environment that champions continued professional growth and positively impacting communities of all sizes.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development of roadway designs, ADA ramp designs, signalized and roundabout intersection designs, geometric studies, intersection design studies, traffic studies, traffic management analyses, opinions of probable cost, and traffic staging plans.
  • Develop site layouts along with grading and drainage designs, utility development, site preparation and demolition, soil erosion and sedimentation control, and construction detail plans.
  • Work with – and follow the design standards and requirements of – the Iowa Department of Transportation, other state departments of transportation, county highway departments, and municipalities to complete designs.
  • Complete transportation-related projects for public municipal facilities, public and private school projects, and private developments, including multi-residential, mixed-use, and commercial properties.
  • Utilize OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, AutoTurn, and / or other programs to create client deliverables.
  • Develop technical specifications and special provisions for project documents.
  • Provide grant application and funding documentation support.
  • Potentially assist with field inspections, data collection, and construction observation to support design development and construction.
  • Coordinate with Klingner staff members, subconsultants, clients, and other key stakeholders.
  • Complete other tasks as required.

 

PLEASE NOTE: This is a full-time position. Work days will primarily be in the office; however, work on jobsites is also possible.

A satellite view of an interchange
A county highway going over a creek.

Qualifications:

  • Must be a licensed Professional Engineer, hold a bachelor of science in civil engineering, and have experience working with the Iowa Department of Transportation.
  • 4-25+ years of experience preferred.
  • Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer is a plus.
  • Able to work independently or with others in a friendly, safe, organized, and productive manner.
  • Dependable, trustworthy, and an ethical individual with great work ethic.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to clearly communicate project details to fellow team members, construction crews, and client representatives.
  • Excellent documentation skills.
  • Able to organize, prioritize, and perform work assignments with minimal supervision.
  • Valid driver’s license is required.

 

Salary Range: $36-$60
Salaries may vary based on experience and qualifications. The listed ranges are typical.

The Perks

At Klingner, we offer excellent benefits, career growth opportunities, and a competitive salary depending on experience.

  • Mentor / Mentee opportunities
  • Professional development assistance
  • Health insurance (three coverage options available)
  • Vision and dental insurance
  • VPTO, sick leave, and 7.5 paid holidays
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Health savings and Flexible Spending
  • Yearly Wellness reimbursement
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
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What Sets Klingner Apart

Your experience is valued. Unique to the Architecture, Engineering, Surveying, and Geotech industry, Klingner & Associates, P.C. has an average employee retention rate of 9.5 years. As a nearly 120-year-old firm, this makes us proud. Each staff member provides a wealth of understanding and experience that helps drive our reputation for high quality deliverables. 

Client support is important to everyone in the firm. For over 10 years, Klingner has maintained an 85% client retention rate. We are also focused on staying ahead of the curve when it comes to technology, culture, and project delivery. 

With engaged leadership, Klingner acts on employee feedback and recommendations for continued evolution. At Klingner, we value quality, respect, professional advancement, and an enjoyable work environment. 

Apply today to become a part of a growing organization, deeply rooted in the communities we serve.

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One of Klingner's surveying teams at a work celebration
Architects discussing building concepts
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Ready to Apply?

Applying is easy – Simply complete the Initial Interest Form below.


We are an EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.

Upload your completed resume, then fill in and submit this Initial Interest Form.

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