Civil Designer - OTAK INC

Otak is hiring a Transportation, Active Transportation, and Civil Designer! Come join our diverse, thriving civil engineering practice and use your expertise in successfully undertaking land development and/or public transportation infrastructure projects throughout the Metro area. This position will work on multi-disciplinary projects where you will use your engineering judgment to transform design concepts into construction drawings and technical specifications. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with an enthusiastic, team-oriented attitude!

This position can be based in our Portland, OR or Vancouver, WA office. Occasional travel between offices may be necessary for design team collaboration and/or client meetings.

Otak is an integrated multi-disciplinary design firm, you will have the opportunity to partner with our architects, landscape architects, urban designers, planners, surveyors and support staff, who all share a desire to blend an innovative approach to creating mindful designs.

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with Engineering colleagues in the transportation, active transportation, and infrastructure design team on project and task related work.
• Assist Project Engineers in preparing construction plans and specifications related to roadway design, water and sanitary sewer design, active transportation, pedestrian and bike access, and Safe Routes to Schools using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation software.
• Perform civil design calculations, sketches, and technical evaluations for projects.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates and technical specifications.
• Assist with construction support services responding to contractor RFIs, submittal reviews, as-built drawings, and field observations.
• Work with the team on all aspects of projects including developing proposals, project set-up, drafting, design, quality control, coordination, and collaboration.

What you bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent education is required.
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of professional work experience with an emphasis on civil design for transportation infrastructure, active transportation, or land development.
• Possession of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)/Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or proof of exam scheduled.
• Demonstrated experience with latest Autodesk Civil 3D or Bentley MicroStation software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion for transportation, active transportation, and infrastructure projects and service to public agencies and communities.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and work location as well as market and business considerations.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000 per year

Benefits

At our core, we believe that supporting our communities begins with supporting our employees. No matter what stage you’re at in your career, we have a comprehensive total rewards program to enhance your quality of life, help support your family, and assist you in achieving your personal and professional goals. Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; no-cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately; ; Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year; a commuter allowance (based on your office location); support for your professional registration and/or certification fees; and much more!

Why work at Otak?

We’re not just looking for skills and experience, having shared values is just as important! When you work at Otak, you aren’t just joining a firm — you’re joining a community. We believe our best work happens in a culture of collaboration and inclusion, where the expertise of diverse individuals can thrive in a foundation of teamwork. The work environment we create is built on a simple concept: working on interesting projects with interesting people. However, we don’t just believe in cultivating our own community; we’re also committed to enriching the communities around us with smart, creative solutions. We know our employees make an investment in us, so we’re committed to making an investment in them. Seasoned experts and young professionals work together to encourage personal growth and skill development at all experience levels. Plus, we’re expanding — and we’re dedicated to developing an internal infrastructure with the strength and talent to support that growth.

Equal Opportunity

Otak is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. The Equal Opportunity policy at Otak, Inc. provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, nation origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability or any other status(es) protected by law. Otak ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and mandatory supplements to EEO (revisions).

At Otak, we recognize that inclusion is a practice and we are determined to lead our industry by embedding that practice into our work. Cultivating an inclusive workplace environment is ongoing and consistent work, requiring dedication and commitment from every member of the organization. This commitment is reflected in Otak’s promise to significantly increase employee diversity, impact the communities in which we work, and establish ongoing relationships within these communities.

Otak’s Vision for an Inclusive Environment includes the following:

• We embrace diverse identities, and willingly engage across difference
• All employees can experience the workplace safely and show up as their authentic selves
• Fostering unique perspectives and an open exchange of ideas
• Engaging one another with curiosity rather than judgment
• Relationships are built on mutual trust, dignity, and respect

If you are a minority, veteran, person with a disability, or a member of the LGBTQA Community, we strongly encourage and welcome you to apply to any open position of interest. If you want to learn more about Otak, this position, or the company’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, contact our Human Resources Department at GRPHumanResources@otak.com.

*Please note, Otak is not accepting resumes from 3^rd party recruitment agencies at this time.