Transportation Design Engineer

Job Description

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; Forests, 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.
• Perform detailed CAD design including roadway geometric design.
• Assist in verifying code compliance, quality checks, and implement QA/QC procedures.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• 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.

Education and Experience:

• 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.

Physical Requirements:

• 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 and Benefits

• 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 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

DJ&A is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate based upon various characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here and Supplemental EEO notice here.

DJ&A is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation, you may contact us at careers@djanda.com.