Civil Designer/Transportation Project Engineer

Join our dynamic team at Otak and be part of shaping the future of transportation in Colorado! As a Civil Designer/Transportation Project Engineer, you can apply your design skills to various projects, including municipal roadways, trails, unique underpasses, bridges, and utility projects. With a significant focus on active transportation initiatives, this role allows you to make a meaningful impact on the development of on and off-street paths, pedestrian underpasses, and bridges. Take the next step in your career and contribute to our exciting projects that extend beyond Front Range Communities to destination locales in the Mountain West and collaborations with the National Park Service. Apply now to be a key player in our team's growth and success!

This position is preferably based out of our Louisville office. It may also be based out of the Denver office, with a minimum of three days per week of travel to the Louisville office required during the first three months, and occasionally thereafter.

What you will do:

• As a key member of our team, youll benefit from a collaborative process providing our clients with award-winning transportation project design documents.
• Youll have the opportunity to manage project assignments with other team members to review, revise, or create project plans and deliverables, based on input received from the project manager or PE.
• Perform design services related to roadway and site layout, grading, drainage, utilities, and erosion control in conformance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Prepare construction plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Microstation OpenRoads.
• Prepare specifications and cost estimates.
• Plan and coordinate project tasks from verbal direction with limited supervision.
• Provide construction support services.

What you bring:

• Minimum of 2 to 6 years of experience as a Civil Engineer, emphasizing transportation, public infrastructure, drainage, utilities, site development, and civic projects for municipal and private clients.
• Bachelors in civil engineering from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent education is required.
• Must be enrolled as an Engineer Intern (EI) and/or have your Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to acquire.
• Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Microstation OpenRoads.
• Knowledge of local and state regulations and codes, including AASHTO, CDOT, NACTO, and MUTCD design guidelines.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a creative, professional team environment.
• 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: $76,000 - $100,000 per year

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 that is 100% vested immediately; 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