Civil Engineering Technologist - Entry Level Hybrid

Position: Civil Engineering Technologist - Entry Level - 2+ Years (Hybrid)
The Role - What You'll Do

Barr is seeking a Civil Engineering CADD Technician to join our team. In this hybrid role, you will support multidisciplinary civil engineering project teams by providing computer‑aided drafting and design support across a range of infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate is collaborative, self‑motivated, and client‑focused. They are comfortable working both independently and as part of project teams, communicate effectively with engineers and clients, and are flexible in adapting to shifting project demands. This role involves supporting both office‑based design work and occasional field activities.

Your Impact

- Key Responsibilities

CAD and design support:

* Provide computer‑aided drafting and design support for civil engineering projects

* Process survey data and incorporate it into project designs

* Perform grading design and generate 3D design surfaces

* Develop and manage project CAD file structures, base files, and planimetrics

* Prepare construction drawings and develop renderings

* Develop material quantity take‑offs from construction drawings

Engineering and project support:

* Work with engineers to design earthwork and utility projects

* Assist with specification preparation and technical documentation

* Prepare reports and supporting project deliverables

Field and construction support:

* Assist with construction observation, administration, and monitoring

* Participate in out‑of‑town assignments and field work as required

About the Opportunity

* Hybrid: A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. Hybrid work refers to splitting time between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Hibbing, MN office.

* Travel expectation: up to 10% domestic travel for local project site visits and training.

About You - Required Core Competencies

* Education:

Two‑year technical or engineering certificate/degree, or equivalent experience and/or coursework directly related to the role

* Experience:

0-2 years of experience performing related work in an engineering or industrial environment

* Software:
Familiarity with civil CADD design platform:
Autodesk, Civil 3D

* Driver's license: possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

* Proficiency using current versions of AutoCAD and Civil 3D

* Familiarity with spreadsheet and word‑processing software

* Experience developing, using, and interpreting construction drawings

* Experience with construction observation, documentation, and cost estimating

* Ability and willingness to travel and stay near client sites for field work, construction observation, testing, and investigations

Compensation: anticipated range of $24.25-$32.00 hourly. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified as non-exempt (hourly) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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Benefits - what we offer

We are committed to providing an employee experience that attracts and retains top talent. That's why we offer a competitive package of employee benefits - including some unique offerings not found at other companies. At Barr, we also believe that learning doesn't stop when you get your degree, which is why we provide coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities to foster professional development at every stage of your career.

* Competitive, affordable insurance plans:
Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

* Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

* Profit distribution:
Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and…