Sr Design & Technical Integration Technologist

RS&H; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H in Denver, CO, is seeking a Sr. Designer to join the Infrastructure team.

You will develop and enforce CAD standards, support Civil 3D workflows, and collaborate with project managers, engineers, and designers across aviation, public works, municipal, and site civil projects. This role emphasizes QA/QC, template development, and training, with responsibilities ranging from template creation to software rollouts and BIM/CAD data coordination.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of CAD operations experience in civil engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD standards development and QA/QC.
• Strong knowledge of Civil 3D, InfraWorks, and related digital delivery tools.
• Ability to mentor and train junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce CAD standards across projects.
• Provide technical design support for Civil 3D grading, corridors, and earthwork.
• Lead QA/QC reviews of plan sets across offices.
• Collaborate with engineering, survey, and project management teams.
• Deliver training and workshops on Civil 3D workflows.

Skills

CAD standards

Civil 3D proficiency

Collaboration across teams

Mentoring staff

Quality control (QA/QC)

Leadership

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

InfraWorks

Navisworks

Bentley iTwin

MicroStation/OpenRoads

Bluebeam

Job description

The Opportunity

RS&H is seeking a Sr. Designer to join our Infrastructure team in Denver, CO.

STANDARDS MANAGEMENT

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other designers to determine CAD requirements and deliverables for various projects, including aviation, public works, municipal, and site civil projects
• Creation of new CAD content to meet enterprise standards, including development of integrated production standards and details to increase efficiency in construction document production
• Partner with the Digital Practice team to develop, standardize, and maintain Civil 3D templates, styles, drawing templates, and CAD standards
• Develop and implement process flows for design development and quality control and assurance efforts
• Assess: Evaluate current workflows, strategies, budgets, projects, and staffing
• Plan: Create a plan for implementation based on CAD Standards
• Solve: Execute the plan, provide required training, develop master templates across disciplines, install necessary software, etc.
• Confirm: Demonstrate the success of the plan by evaluating goals established in the assessment

The Opportunity

RS&H is seeking a Sr. Designer to join our Infrastructure team in Denver, CO.

STANDARDS MANAGEMENT

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other designers to determine CAD requirements and deliverables for various projects, including aviation, public works, municipal, and site civil projects
• Creation of new CAD content to meet enterprise standards, including development of integrated production standards and details to increase efficiency in construction document production
• Partner with the Digital Practice team to develop, standardize, and maintain Civil 3D templates, styles, drawing templates, and CAD standards
• Develop and implement process flows for design development and quality control and assurance efforts
• Assess: Evaluate current workflows, strategies, budgets, projects, and staffing
• Plan: Create a plan for implementation based on CAD Standards
• Solve: Execute the plan, provide required training, develop master templates across disciplines, install necessary software, etc.
• Confirm: Demonstrate the success of the plan by evaluating goals established in the assessment

PROJECT INVOLVEMENT

• Develop and enforce CAD Standards and quality control strategies for projects. Facilitate cross-discipline coordination and conduct project inspections to ensure standards are being followed throughout the full life cycle of projects
• Provide technical design support involving Civil 3D grading, corridor design, utility modeling, earthwork analysis, and quantity takeoffs, as applicable to aviation and site civil projects
• Manage and perform QA/QC reviews of plan sets and project deliverables across multiple offices and jurisdictions
• Provide general CAD technical support to production staff
• Collaborate with engineering, survey, and project management teams to promote standards compliance and production efficiency

TRAINING/ONBOARDING

• Mentor and train entry-level engineers, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively
• Implement CAD training programs including, but not limited to, developing onboarding training, continuing education for various staff levels, and leading new software rollouts
• Develop and facilitate internal training and workshops on Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and other digital delivery tools while supporting the adoption of standardized workflows
• Coach junior and mid-level design staff on Civil 3D workflows, company standards, and quality control best practices

TECHNOLOGY

• Manage software products including, but not limited to, incorporating new version releases and customization of CAD and related products
• Provide hardware and network support, working closely with IT as it relates to CAD production
• Stay informed on industry best practices to create written evaluations and budgets for future technology adoption for the Airfield Market Segment
• Familiarity with GIS, BIM, and CAD 3D for integration of planning and buildings work
• Track updates to the Autodesk AEC Collection, including Civil 3D, InfraWorks, and AutoCAD, and evaluate new tools and workflows for broader adoption
• Support software administration activities, including licensing, template deployment, and troubleshooting for digital delivery tools
• Use SiteOps or comparable site-optimization software to support conceptual site layouts, feasibility studies, grading analysis, and business development efforts
• Lead efforts for the integration of engineering software and plugins

REPORTING

• Work with enterprise Digital Practice and IT to coordinate compatibility between aviation standards and company standards as well as roll out new software and updated versions
• Work with Aviation CAD Standards Committee to determine needs and requirements, implement standards, provide training, and improve processes
• Support consistent CAD and Civil 3D standards across multi-office and multi-region project delivery teams

Additional Responsibilities

• Develop advanced Autodesk Civil 3D models (surfaces, corridors, grading) and complete civil/site design for roads, drainage, land development, utilities, and stabilization/restoration projects
• Prepare earthwork calculations, surface models, and QTOs; build accurate existing-condition surfaces using LiDAR, DEMs, survey data, and breaklines
• Manage coordinate systems, data transformations, and lifecycle data management for survey and client datasets
• Participate in client meetings, work independently with minimal direction, and coordinate model/data exchange with internal teams and external consultants
• Create and manage 3D federated models using Autodesk and Bentley tools (Civil 3D, Navisworks, InfraWorks, Bentley iTwin, MicroStation/OpenRoads); perform clash detection and ensure LOD/COBie compliance
• Develop, update, and enforce BIM/CAD standards; conduct QA/QC reviews; and provide training, mentoring, and workflow guidance across Autodesk and Bentley design platforms
• Produce visual renderings and sequencing using Autodesk InfraWorks, Navisworks, Twinmotion, or similar visualization tools
• Perform complex design tasks requiring strong technical judgment, and support field verification or survey activities as needed
• Prepare labor estimates, scopes of work, technical documentation, and proposal materials
• Deliver client consulting, workflow analysis, and adoption support for Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Bentley iTwin, and related digital delivery platforms
• Lead digital integrations and data-flow mapping across Autodesk and Bentley ecosystems, support sales teams with technical discovery and solution development
• Create training materials, best-practice guides, and serve as a liaison between clients and internal product teams to relay feature needs and feedback

Qualifications Required

• 10+ years of experience in CAD operations, preferably within the civil engineering industry
• 15+ years industry experience, preferred
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar applications
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices
• Attention to detail, with a focus on maintaining high-quality CAD standards
• Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make sound decisions
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Must have a Valid Driver's License with a good driving record
• Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and tasks, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions and work assignments

Typical salary range for this position in Colorado is $130,000 – $155,000 and commensurate with experience relative to the position.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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The Team

From managed toll lanes and long-range corridor plans to complex interchanges, major roadway, and segmental bridge designs, our teams provide the highest quality planning, environmental and engineering design solutions to our clients. Each day, we partner with transportation agencies and local governments across the country to keep our communities moving and improving the overall quality of life. By joining our team, you too can lead the evolution of transportation.

The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.