Transportation Design Engineers (Entry to Mid-Level)
(Vancouver, WA; Missoula or Bozeman, MT; Sioux Falls, SD; Reno, NV; Denver, CO)
About DJ&A
DJ&A is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that delivers a wide variety of professional services to clients across the nation. Specializing in Transportation Design, Survey & Mapping, Sustainability, Site Development and Utilities, Construction Inspection/Management, Geospatial Solutions, Terrestrial LiDAR, 3D Scanning, Structural Design, Project Management, Community Involvement, Right of Way, and Environmental Compliance, we perform work in some of the most beautiful locations; National Forests, National Parks and Monuments, campgrounds and other recreational facilities, and other federal lands throughout the United States. DJ&A's unique and interesting projects create well-rounded employees, promote career development, and provide opportunities to visit these beautiful locales!
Founded in 1973 by two former U.S. Forest Service employees who saw a need for a company that uniquely understood Forest Service projects, DJ&A has continued to grow and expand over the last 49 years by embracing the values of our founders. Today, we have a team of 120+ skilled professionals spanning across offices in Missoula, MT (headquarters); Bozeman, MT; Vancouver, WA; Denver, CO; Sioux Falls, SD, and Reno, NV.
Job Summary
DJ&A is seeking full-time Transportation Design Engineers with 1-10 years of relevant experience. Must have an EIT certificate at a minimum. The candidate must be a problem solver, capable of effective communication, and possess analytical and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will be an industry professional that will have a broad base of civil engineering and road and highway design experience. Must be a motivated self-starter who embraces the opportunity to work on a variety of projects in the western U.S. Must be team oriented and possess a desire to learn and grow with the company.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in delivering engineering designs for Local, State, and Federal highway and transportation projects.
- Support teams in the design and delivery of roadway infrastructure projects varying in size and complexity.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams in a leading or supporting role.
- Provide assistance to our design team as required, which may include the use of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar programs.
- Performing detailed CAD design including roadway geometric design.
- Assisting in verifying code compliance, quality checks, and implement QA/QC procedures.
- Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation InRoads and/or OpenRoads is desired.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills.
- Highly proficient analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Independent, self-motivated, results-oriented, and dynamic.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and with geographically dispersed teams.
- B.S. in Civil Engineering or related engineering field and EIT certificate (minimum).
- Project experience with federal agencies (FHWA, NPS, USFS, NRCS, etc.) is a plus.
- Well versed in transportation design including AASHTO, MUTCD, NACTO, and State DOT Manuals
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to travel to various (and sometimes remote) project sites.
- Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.
- Wage commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Exempt overtime paid as straight time upon obtaining P.E. licensure
- Medical, dental and vision benefits (monthly HDHP medical premiums fully paid for employee and dependents).
- Long-term disability and life insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with annual company deposit.
- Roth and 401(k) retirement accounts.
- Profit sharing and bonus plan.
- 9/80 work schedule.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional licensure reimbursement.
- Professional development training.
- Friendly, supportive, knowledgeable staff and culture!
Office Location TBD
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