Engineering Designer I

You will be a part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for leading and delivering a wide range of multimodal projects ranging from quick-build intersections, complex bikeway design, complete streets, and trails. You will be responsible for a variety of design tasks including geometric layout, grading, signing and striping, storm drainage, green infrastructure, traffic control plans, construction staging, details, and engineer’s estimates for large- and small-scale bicycle and pedestrian improvement projects, complete streets, and multimodal projects. You will progressively develop abilities in solving complex transportation problems with creative solutions.

You will also support a variety of internal and external clients on creating conceptual designs and plans for grant applications, feasibility studies, corridor studies, and other planning documents.

From time to time, you may participate in and lead some site visits to project sites to investigate existing conditions and observe construction activities. You will lead some project tasks and assist in creating project documents to prepare a complete, bid-ready Plans, Specification, and Estimate package. You may be designated as the project design lead or support a project design lead and/or project manager in client coordination, sub-consultant coordination, and document review. You will participate in and be encouraged to lead some project coordination meetings with clients (both internal and external).

Some support may be requested when pursuing projects including writing the scope of work, preparing fee estimates, preparing technical graphics and concepts, reviewing proposals for other technical content, and coordinating with internal staff.

• Experience in, or knowledge of, the field of active transportation and street design.
• Excellent professional ethics, leadership skills, accountability, and decision-making capabilities.
• Demonstrated understanding and/or experience in preparation of exhibits, concept drawings, and Plans, Specifications and Estimates packages for transportation projects.
• Experience in task management for design projects.
• Proficient in civil engineering software: GEOPAK, InRoads, AutoCAD, Civil3D.
• Experience managing projects for both private and public clients.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and analytic skills.
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering or a related field of study.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Ability to collaborate with staff members across the company and manage internal team expectations.
• Experience using Deltek Vision.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering or a related field of study.
• Interest in developing multimodal transportation skills, design proficiency, problem solving skills, and all-around civil transportation proficiency.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and tasks on multiple simultaneous projects involving cross-functional project teams within budgetary and schedule constraints.
• Proficient in MicroStation Connect and OpenRoads Designer.
• 0-2 years of experience ideally in a consulting environment or public entity
• Proficient in Excel, Word, or similar software.

Alta offers a hybrid work schedule with the option to work from home 3 days per week. In-office days support our collaborative culture, one of our core values.

Flexible Schedule

The pay range for Engineering Designers in Los Angeles is $75,000-$100,000 annually. Placement within the range is based upon experience, skill-sets, and qualifications.

• PTO: 21 days accrued annually to start
• Medical: PPO or HSA medical plans
• Holidays: 11 total company paid holidays
• Additional Benefits: Wellness reimbursement up to $800 annually, Alta Gets Around benefit of up to $900 annually, 5-year travel award, and professional development opportunities
• 401(k): Alta provides a match up to 3%
• Life Insurance: Alta pays 100% of the premium for life and AD&D, equal to your base compensation