Civil Designer (EIT)

Pay or shift range: $64,735.52 USD to $97,103.29 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Description Why DOWL? DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork. DOWL provides a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and financial well-being of our full-time employees and their families. DOWL offers a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA) (including employer contribution). Other benefits include flexible spending account, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, dependent care account, employee assistance program, a 401(k) plan with discretionary employer contributions for matching, profit sharing, student debt repayment, paid time off, paid holidays. Paid Time Off (PTO) accrues at a minimum of 16 days per year and accruals being on first day of employment. Employees also receive nine paid holidays throughout the calendar year. For more details and eligibility please visit Careers - DOWL. The salary range for this position is $64,735.52 - $97,103.29. In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. Site Design At DOWL, you'll be part of a team that delivers a full spectrum of civil engineering services to both public and private clients making a meaningful impact on communities and infrastructure across the region. We take pride in our ability to solve complex planning, environmental, and design challenges, navigate funding and permitting hurdles, and guide projects from concept through construction with precision and care. Our strong reputation is built on a commitment to quality and the personal attention we bring to every project. If you're passionate about creating practical, lasting solutions and want to grow with a company that values both technical excellence and client relationships, we invite you to join us. Summary The Civil Designer 2 is responsible for performing moderately complex calculations and comprehensive design services for a variety of civil engineering and site development projects. The person in this position is expected to exercise a strong work ethic, demonstrate desire to learn new design concepts, apply judgement and discretion, and have excellent organizational and communication skills. A successful Civil Designer 2 demonstrates developing proficiency with drafting fundamentals and AutoCAD Civil 3D design software. Other duties include making site visits, coordinating with clients and approval agencies, preparing construction documents, estimating construction costs, and preparing written reports. This person is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary. This position works under the guidance of a licensed professional engineer. Job Responsibilities and Duties To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Software Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Developing Market Sector Software (AutoCAD/C3D, HydroCAD, AutoTurn/Vehicle Tracking) - Developing Technical Expertise Solid understanding of technical fundamentals Performs basic technical tasks with market sector with limited oversight Performs quality control of basic deliverables Eager to learn and expand skill set Teamwork Team player who follows the direction of others, asks good questions, and retains information provided. Shares information with those less experienced. Project Delivery Produces the following under limited direction/oversight from others: Site layout and grading Utility plans and profiles Street plans and profiles Tentative plans Permitting exhibits Construction plans Traffic control plans Erosion control plans Quantity takeoffs Specifications Technical reports and memos Storm calculations Construction details and notes Services during construction (RFI and submittal review, construction observation and inspection, and record drawings) Understanding Budget and Schedule Moderate understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets. With guidance, predicts the level of effort for individual tasks and successfully deliver tasks within that level of effort. Monitors results on moderately complex projects. Industry Standards and Regulations Understands and employs the following design codes: Local jurisdiction Local DOT

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DEQ Client Interaction Limited direct interaction, commonly in group settings. Responds to emails, attends meetings, and answers questions/comments with limited autonomy. Other Other duties as assigned. Level of Work/Accountability Performs moderately complex technical work on projects for the assigned market sector. Operates with limited autonomy - work is supervised by more senior staff. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's Degree required Years of experience required: 2 years Years of experience required with advanced degree: 1 year Certificates, Licenses, Registrations EIT/EI required Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required to support legitimate business purposes Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Equal 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr DOWL