Design Engineer Jobs in Sumter, SC (NOW HIRING)

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THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

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We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

We’re seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Roadway Design Engineer to provide technical leadership in the geometric design and development of complex roadway projects across South Carolina. This position is ideal for an engineer with deep hands-on design experience, strong proficiency in advanced modeling tools, and a proven ability to guide multidisciplinary teams toward high-quality, SCDOT-compliant design solutions. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience delivering roadway design projects for SCDOT.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the roadway design process from preliminary concepts through final construction plans, with a focus on geometric layout, horizontal/vertical alignment, corridor modeling, pavement design, and cross-section development.
• Develop and review detailed 2D and 3D roadway models using OpenRoads or similar platforms, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and full compliance with SCDOT standards and design manuals.
• Serve as engineer-of-record or senior technical reviewer, performing rigorous independent QA/QC of plans, design calculations, digital terrain models, and plan production deliverables.
• Integrate roadway design with drainage, traffic engineering, structures, utilities, and environmental constraints, providing technical direction to ensure coordinated, efficient, and constructable designs.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local design criteria—including SCDOT, AASHTO, ADA, and safety requirements—to produce technically sound and defensible design solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and modelers, offering guidance on design methodologies, software workflows, plan production standards, and best practices in roadway engineering.
• Support agency coordination with SCDOT and South Carolina localities, addressing technical comments, resolving design issues, and facilitating approvals of plans and reports.
• Conduct field reviews and design-related site assessments to validate existing conditions, evaluate constraints, and ensure design intent aligns with real-world conditions.
• Prepare high-quality technical documentation, including design reports, roadway calculations, modeling summaries, cost estimates, specifications and supporting analyses for agency submittals.

Education and/or Work Experience Required:
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring engineering projects.
• Proven experience in project management roles, with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:
• Master’s Degree

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.