Civil Design Technician

Company: Blew & Associates, P.A.
Job type: Full-time

We are looking for a Civil Design Technician to join our fast growing Engineering team. You will work with our team of Engineers to convert designs into technical plans. Responsibilities include gathering drawings and specifications, calculating material and equipment requirements and setting up production methods. If you have hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software and are familiar with building processes, we’d like to meet you. Ultimately, you’ll help us build functional, secure and well-designed sites that meet our clients needs.
Responsibilities
Calculate dimensions, weight limitations and requirements in materials.
Complete drainage calculations for storm sewer design, hydraulic systems, detention ponds, water quality measures, etc.
Design site development projects including layout, water retention, utility, elevation, grading, and drainage plans.
Independently address and correct redlines and plan revisions.
Research and review ordinances, technical reports, municipal, state, and federal codes to ensure compliance.
Communicate with city, county, and state entities to ensure all requirements are met.
Collaborate with your Project Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Project Coordinator as well as other Engineer teams to provide status updates, discuss challenges, and address plan revisions.
Evaluate surveys, field notes, maps, aerial photographs, and other materials to identify potential project constraints to determine the best approach in developing and completing projects on time and on budget.
Create detailed designs with Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
Design diagrams, maps and layouts to illustrate workflow.
Identify potential operational issues and redesign products to improve functionality.
Ensure final designs comply with regulations and quality standards.
Attend planning meetings when needed.
Requirements
BS in Engineering, landscape architecture, degree from a technical college, or comparable work experience
Thorough understanding of Civil 3D and AutoCAD
Knowledge of HEC-RAS is a plus
Capable of using Microsoft Office products
Knowledge of hydrology and hydraulics for putting together drainage reports
Ability to work individually and among teams
Ability to communicate with a variety of professionals clearly and effectively, including colleagues and clients
Punctual with project deadlines
Ability to project manage
3+ years of relevant CAD design experience strongly preferred
Willingness to learn new skills and products
Proven work experience as a Civil Designer or similar role
Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software
Familiarity with 3D modeling tools
Additional certification from the American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) is a plus
Benefits
100% coverage of health benefits including Medical and Dental with optional family and/or dependent enrollment paid by employee at a group rate
50% company contribution towards Vision coverage
Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 per year)
401(k) matching program: company match 100% of your deferrals up to 3% of your compensation, plus 50% of your deferrals over 3% not exceeding 5% of your compensation
100% employer paid Short-Term Disability with employee buy up options
100% employer paid Life Insurance Coverage with employee buy up options
Paid parental leave
Vacation pay
Sick pay
Paid vacations
Possible additional overtime incentives
Possible year-end bonuses based on performance and tenure
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