Transportation (Roadway) Designer

NV5; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, life insurance

401(k) plan

PTO

Professional development opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Transportation Designer to provide engineering design and project assistance for roadway projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and 0-3 years of roadway engineering experience. This role requires effective collaboration with project managers to ensure project specifications are met on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of previous roadway engineering experience.
• EI certification a plus (at minimum-FE exam should be scheduled).
• Must be willing to travel on occasion.
• Knowledge of Open Roads and MicroStation/GEOPAK/Corridor Modeling a plus.
• Experience with NCDOT design standards preferred.
• Basic Microsoft Excel & Word skills.
• Willing to travel on occasion; valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design, calculations, CAD support.
• Plan, schedule, and execute highway design projects.
• Work closely with engineer/project managers to ensure drawing accuracy.
• Coordinate with engineers and project managers to obtain information and ensure drawings are accurate and complete.

Skills

Roadway engineering experience

Knowledge of Open Roads

Knowledge of MicroStation

Basic Microsoft Excel skills

Basic Microsoft Word skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Open Roads

MicroStation

GEOPAK

Corridor Modeling

Job description

Overview

NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) provides engineering and consulting services to public and private sectors, delivering solutions through five business verticals: Construction Quality Assurance, Infrastructure, Energy, Program Management, and Environmental. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

Responsibilities

Transportation (Roadway) Designer in our Charlotte, NC office. The Transportation Designer will provide engineering design, calculations, CAD support, and project assistance to the Transportation Design Group. The ideal candidate will design and complete assigned projects on time, within budget, and of high quality. The most frequent and essential work activities include:

• Use project specifications, detailed drawings, and verbal instructions to complete assignments.
• Performs calculations, prepares material and specifications and provides preliminary sketches and notes for drawings.
• Plans, schedules, and executes all phases of a highway design project.
• Performs preliminary, right-of-way and final engineering design.
• Works closely with engineer/project managers to obtain project information, recommend changes and ensure drawings are accurate and complete.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• 0-3 years of previous roadway engineering experience
• EI certification a plus (at minimum-FE exam should be scheduled)
• Knowledge of Open Roads and/or MicroStation / GEOPAK / Corridor Modeling software a plus
• Experience with NCDOT design standards and practices is preferred.
• Basic Microsoft Excel & Word skills
• Must be willing to travel on occasion.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license prior to employment preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Work will primarily be in the office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing and grasping often with repetitive motion.
• Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
• Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.

Benefits and EEO

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.