CivilTransportation EIT

Otak is seeking an Engineering Designer to apply their design skills across a wide range of civil engineering projects from our Portland OR or Vancouver WA offices including municipal roadways soft- and hard-surface trails underpasses and bridges site/civil projects and utility improvements. Youll work on multidisciplinary projects using your technical skills and engineering judgment to develop design concepts into construction drawings plans and technical specifications.

This position is ideal for an emerging civil engineering professional looking to build their technical expertise while gaining exposure to projects from concept through construction. Youll collaborate with engineers and other disciplines contribute to the development of practical and sustainable design solutions and learn from experienced professionals while taking on increasing design responsibility.

This position may be located in our Portland OR or Vancouver WA office.

How Youll Contribute:

• Collaborate with engineering colleagues on transportation active transportation and infrastructure design projects and tasks.
• Assist Project Engineers in preparing construction plans and specifications for roadways soft- and hard-surface trails underpasses and bridges site/civil projects in national parks and on university campuses and utility improvements using AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation/OpenRoads.
• Perform civil design calculations prepare sketches and complete technical evaluations for projects.
• Assist in preparing project cost estimates and technical specifications.
• Provide construction-phase support including responding to contractor RFIs reviewing submittals and as-built drawings and conducting field observations.
• Contribute to all aspects of project delivery including proposal development project setup drafting design quality control coordination and multidisciplinary collaboration.

The Strengths You Bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a similar degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 0-2 years of professional experience with an emphasis on civil design for transportation infrastructure active transportation or land development.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or successfully passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D MicroStation/OpenRoads or similar design software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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: $67000 - $87000

Benefits

At our core we believe that supporting our communities begins with supporting our employees. No matter what stage youre 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; discretionary performance bonuses; no-cost medical dental vision life and disability insurance HRA/HSA; a 401(k)-retirement match; a hybrid work schedule; 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! If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity relocation assistance may be provided.

Why work at Otak

Were not just looking for skills and experience having shared values is just as important! When you work at Otak you arent just joining a firm youre 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 dont just believe in cultivating our own community; were also committed to enriching the communities around us with smart creative solutions. We know our employees make an investment in us so were 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 were expanding and were dedicated to developing an internal infrastructure with the strength and talent to support that growth.

Equal Opportunity

At Otak we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating a workplace that is inclusive equitable and respectful for all. We believe that diverse perspectives enrich our work environment fuel innovation and are essential to our collective success.

We are dedicated to maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination harassment and bias. Every individual at Otak is valued included and treated with dignity and respect. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local laws.

All employment decisions including those related to recruitment hiring training promotion compensation benefits and termination are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications. We strive to ensure that our practices uphold fairness and equity at every stage of the employment lifecycle.

Our Vision for an Inclusive Workplace

We are committed to creating an environment where:

• Diverse identities are embraced and differences are valued as a source of strength.
• Every employee feels safe to be their authentic self and contributes meaningfully.
• Unique perspectives are encouraged and open dialogue is welcomed to foster innovation.
• Curiosity replaces judgment and respectful engagement is prioritized in all interactions.
• Relationships are built on mutual trust dignity and respect forming the foundation of our workplace culture.

We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities including pregnant employees to ensure an accessible and supportive work environment. If you require assistance or accommodations during the application process or in the workplace please contact Otaks People Services Department at .

Join us in shaping a more inclusive future!