Civil Designer

Based in Reno, Nevada, Lumos & Associates is committed to our employees’ success and career growth, values a team-oriented, collaborative, and supportive work environment, and is a Northern Nevada Best Places to Work award winner. Our engineering experience and expertise cover a broad range of disciplines; from transportation systems and erosion control projects to residential and commercial developments and complete water and wastewater systems. Office location will be determined as part of the selection process. Possible office locations are Nevada—Reno, Carson City, Fallon, South Lake Tahoe, or California—El Dorado Hills.

We are looking for experienced Civil Designers who can produce high-quality work, initiate and create project designs and plans, and prepare presentations and design drawings. This position requires a personable candidate with experience in all engineering phases, including substantial and varied experience in project planning and design.

As a Civil Designer for Water Resources, you will:

• Prepare utility master plans and capital improvement plans
• Plan and design water transmission and distribution systems
• Design sewer lift station and water pump station
• Prepare Hydraulic modeling of water and wastewater systems

As a Civil Designer for Land Development, you will:

• Prepare single-family and multi-family residential site design
• Develop commercial and industrial site design
• Create grading designs for both small and large projects
• Design horizontal and vertical roadways
• Design horizontal and vertical onsite water, sewer, and storm drain systems
• Prepare minor sewer and hydrology studies

As a Civil Designer for Transportation, you will:

• Work on roadway capacity projects that impact traffic 
• Plan and design major and minor roadway infrastructure
• Design corridor modeling in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Plan and design utility infrastructure associated with roadway improvements

Ideal candidates will possess the following qualities and skills:

• Diversified engineering design experience and can work on complex projects with minimal supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• 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.
• Produce final civil design drawings.
• Prepare permit applications.
• Conduct field visits and 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.
• Mentor Engineering Technicians and Interns.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree from a four-year College or University with an 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.
• Experience with CAD Civil 3D preparing various 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 and utility design standards for water and sewer distribution.
• Computer proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook) knowledge.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record with 3 or less demerit points.

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

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.