Civil Technician - Transportation Design

Requisition Number
: CIVIL
001814

Posted:
May 15, 2026

Full-Time

Ayres is seeking a confident and skilled design technician to be a key contributor in the delivery of transportation related projects for our many public and private clients. As part of our transportation division within Ayres, you will work with experienced roadway, structure, traffic, and construction project managers and engineering staff on projects ranging from two-lane rural roadways to complex system interchanges.

You will also receive support from your supervisor and upper management to ensure success.

Join Ayres – a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 – where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work.

• Collaborate with a design team to discuss project objectives, challenges and identify design strategies to provide clients with smart, creative solutions.
• Perform geometric design and other design tasks for roadway improvement projects in conformance with applicable design standards, Ayres Associates quality standards, and contract requirements.
• Prepare final plans detailing and assist with computation of plan quantities.
• Assist in the preparation of various design reports.
• Participate in regular group meetings to review and coordinate project schedules and deliverables.
• Participate in internal or external Civil 3D/AutoCAD user committee discussions to develop and manage current standards and practices.
• Mentor less experienced staff.
• Build and maintain respectful working relationships with colleagues.
• Participate in office-wide social events.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in transportation-related design.
• Proficient with Civil 3D, AutoCAD (preferred) and/or other similar roadway design software.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

• Enthusiastic focus and interest in the use of roadway design software to deliver creative design solutions and quality final deliverables.
• Experience and knowledge of Wisconsin Department of Transportation design process.
• Experience with 3D roadway modeling is a plus.
• Willingness to be challenged for personal development and growth.
• Desire to build the Ayres Associates brand at professional meetings, conferences locally, statewide, and potentially nationally as a subject matter expert.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401(k) with company match.
• PTO upon hire, paid holidays, including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.

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