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**Transportation CAD Drafter / Designer**
at Otak Louisville, CO ***This position is a top priority for Otak. If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity, relocation assistance will be provided!***
**Otak is hiring a Transportation CAD Designer/Drafter with direct experience in the Transportation/Civil Engineering field. Your experience must include: design of transportation infrastructure (e.g., roadways/trails, site development, stormwater, and/or bridges) , plan preparation, specifications, contract documents and/or other transportation/civil engineering processes.**
The Transportation CAD Designer/Drafter will add to our culture, is inspired by performing quality work, and wants to create sustainable infrastructure. This opportunity allows you to work on a wide variety of projects including: roadway design, active transportation including paths, pedestrian underpasses and pedestrian bridges, streetscapes, site development; vehicular bridges; and construction management. We take pride in our ability to develop creative designs that are environmentally sensitive and aesthetically pleasing. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with an enthusiastic, team-oriented attitude and advanced level design and drafting proficiency.
**What youll do:**
* Prepare standard engineering drawings, documents, layouts, sketches, maps and graphic representations of engineering designs using computer-aided design software and under direct supervision of professional staff.
* Perform design services related to transportation design, site layout, grading, stormwater management and erosion control in conformance with local, state and federal regulations.
* Analyze reports, maps, drawings, tests, aerial photographs of terrain, existing and proposed characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design projects.
* Assist project managers in preparation of drawing packages, project construction estimates, and bid item review.
**What you bring:**
* One-year Certification or an Associate degree in Drafting Technology or CADD Technology, or equivalent demonstrated experience in a civil engineering field.
* Minimum three (3) years experience in a civil engineering field, that includes experience in design of transportation infrastructure (e.g., roadways/trails, site development, stormwater, and/or bridges) , plan preparation, specifications, contract documents and/or other civil engineering processes.
* Must have experience working in a transportation or civil engineering field.
* Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or MicroStation is required.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a creative, professional, team environment.
*While Otak does not currently have a mandatory COVID vaccination policy, we do work with public agencies and private clients who do require all contractors and subcontractors be vaccinated.*
**Salary Range:** $29 - $40/hour
**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; 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!
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.
Otak employees have a progressive mindset and sustainable community perspective. We encourage our staff to volunteer in their communities by giving them an option to earn extra vacation time for their volunteer hours. Otak combines the best of a small firm mentality with strong collaboration across disciplines with the plentiful opportunities to work on exciting projects offered by a growing firm. We also encourage life balance and foster a fun work environment. Our Northwest sensibilities are reflected in our commitment to sustainability and diversity. And believing that diversity fosters innovation and strengthens our skills, we embrace a culture of inclusion and equity in our company and in our communities.
*Otak is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.*
*For us, diversity isnt a box to check, it is woven into our key values. Diversity is the deep, running vein that fosters innovation, strengthens our team, and opens doors. This is why were determined to build a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our team embraces each others unique perspectives and strives to promote a culture where we all feel a sense of belonging. We understand that when we are able to courageously show up as our fully evolved selves, there is more collaboration, more creative ideas and an increase in capitalizing on our teams natural talents. 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.*
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