Project Designer

Lumos & Associates is currently seeking an experienced Project Designer to produce high-quality work, and initiates and creates project designs and plans with responsibility for preparing presentations and design drawings. This position will require a personable candidate with experience in all phases of engineering including substantial and varied experience in project planning and design.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and skills

• Diversified engineering design experience and is able to work on complex projects with minimal supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Possess understanding of principles, practices, codes, and engineering standards.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and conduct multi-tasking efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform technical drafting support for assigned projects and prepare engineering drawings using CAD/Civil 3D software according to established standards and procedures.
• Perform planning and analysis for assigned projects using ArcPRO GIS software, according to established standards and procedures.
• Independently assist with conceptual grading analyses and site layout.
• Assist with preparing due diligence/site analysis reports, including water and sewer reports, conceptual drainage reports, engineer's opinion of probable costs, utility computations, detention/retention computations, and civil design. More independent development on these components and requiring less initial direction.
• Production of final civil design drawings.
• Prepare permit applications.
• Regularly meet with directing staff to review work progress, quality, budget, and schedules.
• Coordinate with outside utility companies and municipalities to gather information necessary for design.
• With assistance as necessary, conduct field visits, construction site visits, and learn about the aspects of construction assistance activities (verify quantities, field reports, process pay applications, etc.).
• Use computer modeling software to assist with modeling efforts (water, sewer, stormwater). Assist with report writing associated with modeling.
• Maintain organization of project files, drawings, reports, correspondence and applications within the project folder.
• Manage project drawing files in the network system.
• Perform other miscellaneous technical and non-technical duties as assigned.
• Mentor interns, engineering technicians.
• Understand deadlines and project schedules provided by Project Manager, timely completion of project task deliverables.
• Assist with planning, engineering, and design staff to determine design modifications and enter editing information into computer.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with emphasis in Civil Engineering; or a minimum of two years related AEC experience and/or training with a background in CAD design; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of related engineering design experience.
• Engineer Intern (E.I.), (passed FE exam), preferred for PE path individuals.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preparing a variety of site plans, grading plans, civil plan sets, plan and profile sheets, and utility plans. Knowledge of and ability to apply CAD standards.
• Basic understanding of grading and drainage concepts, as well as utility design standards for water and sewer distribution.
• Ability to work hours necessary to complete work within required time frames with regard to deadlines.
• Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Valid driver's license and driving record with 3 or less demerit points.

Pay Transparency Statement

The compensation range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs.

Benefits offered to eligible full-time employees include:

• Company paid medical, dental, and vision Insurance
• Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flex Spending Account
• 401(K) Plan + company match
• Discretionary Annual Bonus
• Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Flex Work Schedule