What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Design Technician position at Foth?
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At Foth, your career is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. We are seeking a full-time Civil Design Technician to join our Transportation Design team in our newly relocated Des Moines, IA office, located in the heart of downtown. You will support transportation infrastructure projects, receive one-on-one mentorship, and contribute to innovative design solutions that make a difference!
\n- Serve as technical support for the project team of design engineers and project managers for roadway/transportation related projects
- Assist in the planning, design, and construction administration of projects
- Coordinate roadway design project plans with associated utilities
- Create 3D models to support the design and engineering of key project elements
- Integrate new technologies within the design process
- Demonstrate eagerness to learn new areas of engineering
- Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field
- Familiarity with or previous experience using MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD/Civil3D software for design and drafting tasks
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