Transportation Designer
Job in
Reno, Washoe County, Nevada, 89511, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
GCW Engineering
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description:
Under supervision, designs roadways, intersections, signal systems, drainage, grading, utilities, and improvement plans. Works closely with Project Manager and CAD Technicians.
This role requires working on-site in Reno, NV. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Designs and prepares plans and calculations under supervision for specific engineering projects as directed.
- Assists in research studies and information gathering in preparation for specific design projects.
- Maintains organized files relating to designs, plans and projects progression, which facilitates easy access to project information for the Project Manager and other team members as required.
- Coordinates with and delegates appropriate tasks to technical staff, internal departments, and sub-consultants for project components.
- Assists CAD technicians to supervise ongoing project related work and teach new skills.
- Assists in the creation of exhibits for clients.
- Under supervision, interfaces with agencies (i.e., processing, research and plan checks).
- Maintains a high level of quality control.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must be proficient in Civil 3D.
- Proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and abide by the company's CAD procedures for layering and file management.
- Arterial and freeway design including roadside safety.
- Arterial and Freeway Lighting.
- Signing and Striping.
- ADA and accessibility design review.
- Traffic Signal Design.
- Cost estimates and quantity take-offs.
- Advanced CAD design including Grading, Corridors, Pipe Networks, Profiles and Super elevations.
This position may or may not have supervisory or oversight responsibilities.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in appropriate engineering discipline preferred and at least three (3) years of experience using AutoCAD Civil 3
Dsoftware is required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Valid driver's license and ability to drive company vehicles.
About the Company
GCW delivers the future of infrastructure through innovation and sustainable solutions for our community. Since 1969, we have grown and developed a team of engineers, surveyors, planners, and designers to provide the versatility our clients need, partnered with experience that matters. Ranging from private development and municipal infrastructure to aviation and water/wastewater facilities, GCW serves clients by providing planning, surveying, and engineering services with the demonstrated ability to tailor an approach and methodology to successfully complete every project.
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