Civil Engineer - Transportation - 4+ Years of Experience

Transportation Design EngineerAyres is seeking a confident and skilled design engineer to be a key contributor in the delivery of transportation related projects for our many public and private clients. As a transportation design engineer 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 quality standards, and requirements of the contract.Prepare final plans, specifications and estimates.Assist or take the lead in the preparation of various design reports.Participate in regular group meetings to review and coordinate project schedules and deliverables.Mentor less experienced staff.Review work performed by others for quality control purposes.Build and maintain respectful working relationships with fellow co-workers within the company.Participate in office-wide, social events.Required QualificationsA bachelor's degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in transportation.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.Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Wisconsin, or ability to attain within first six months.WisDOT experience 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.Experience with 3D Roadway modeling is a plus.Experience with OpenRoads is a plus.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.Please note, benefits vary depending on job status. To learn more about our great benefits, visit our website.Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity EmployerEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.