Job Details

Engineering Technician

• $67,198 - $90,051/ Year
• Full Benefits Package

Duties:

• Provides civil engineering support in CAD drafting, GPS surveying, GIS mapping, data collection program development, training, and construction inspection for infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, culverts, etc.).
• Conducts plan reviews, performs AutoCAD drafting, manages records/data, assists in design, and supports surveying tasks (GPS, leveling, topographical, construction layout).
• Assists engineers in construction administration, construction inspection, and problem resolution.
• Engages with contractors and residents as needed.
• Organizes and leads project meetings, manages construction schedules (Excel), and helps refine engineering procedures and guidelines.
• Trains and monitors interns assigned to projects.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in engineering or related field and five years of related work or course work in the road/construction area; OR
• High school diploma or equivalent and seven years of experience in drafting, surveying, project management, or construction oversight.

Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid vehicle operator's license and OSHA 10 Certification.
• Will be required to complete State of Michigan Investment Reporting Tool training within 12 months of employment and obtain Asset Management Champion Certification within 24 months of employment.
• Work is primarily office-based with some fieldwork at project sites, which may involve exposure to extreme temperatures and require personal protective equipment (e.g., safety boots, hard hat, safety vest).

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of drafting principles, methods, and tools.
• Able to use AutoCAD to draft from design markups and as-builts.
• Adept at the creation of model and paper space layouts and base sheets in AutoCAD.
• Capable of maintaining accurate data and records.
• Proficiency in drafting related software, Microsoft Excel, and Roadsoft.