Civil Technician - Transportation Design

Finding the right fit:

Ayres is seeking a confident and skilled design technician to be a key contributor in the delivery of transportation related projects for our many public and private clients. As a part of our transportation division within Ayres, you will have the opportunity to work with highly experienced roadway, structure, traffic, and construction project managers and engineering staff working on a wide variety of projects ranging from two-lane rural roadways to complex system interchanges. You will also be supported by your supervisor as well as upper management to help ensure as much success as possible.


Join Ayres – a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 – where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work.

On any given day, you’ll:

• Collaborate with a design team to discuss project objectives, challenges and identify design strategies to provide our clients with smart, creative, solutions.
• Perform the geometric design and other design tasks for roadway improvement projects in conformance with applicable design standards, Ayres Associates quality standards, and requirements of the contract.
• Prepare final plan detailing and assist with the computation of plan quantities.
• Assist in the preparation of various design reports.
• Participate in regular group meetings to review and coordinate project schedules and deliverables.
• Participate in internal or external Civil 3D/AutoCAD users committee discussions to develop and manage current standards and practices.
• Mentor less experienced staff.
• Build and maintain respectful working relationships with fellow co-workers within the company.
• Participate in office-wide, social events.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of experience consisting of transportation related design.
• Experience and proficient with Civil 3D, AutoCAD (preferred) and/or other similar roadway design software.
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• Enthusiastic focus and interest in the use of roadway design software for the development and delivery of creative design solutions and quality final deliverables.
• Experience and knowledge of Wisconsin Department of Transportation design process.
• Experience with 3D Roadway modeling is a plus.
• An interest and willingness to be challenged to allow for consistent personal development and growth.
• A desire to build the Ayres Associates brand at professional meetings/conferences locally, statewide, and potentially nationally as a subject matter expert.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO upon hire, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.

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