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// POSTED: Apr 13, 2026

Civil Engineering Designer, Transit and Rail -

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David Evans and Associates, Inc. is actively seeking a motivated Civil Engineering Designer to join their Transit and Rail Group. This role involves construction document production, computer-aided design, modeling, and project delivery focused on transit and rail projects, contributing to the advancement of sustainable transportation solutions. Responsibilities - Support our Transit and Rail Group with the production of drawings, layouts, maps, corridor and 3D modeling, and graphic representations of engineering designs using Bentley OpenRoads / OpenRail.CADD tasks to support the development of railroad terminal, railroad capacity, transit and highway projects - Maintain, develop and direct efficient workflows within client specific CADD standards and workspaces - Develop concept plans and construction plan sets including site layout, track, grading, drainage, utilities, and roads - Create design details, schematics, and engineering specifications - Collaborate with other project teams, such as structural, architectural, and geotechnical - Prepare quantity and cost estimates - Perform other duties as assigned Skills - Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction science or Associate degree in Engineering Technology / CAD - Experience reading and understanding construction drawings and engineering concepts - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team - Comfortable working on fast-paced projects - Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits - Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and communication tools - Engineer-in-Training (EIT) license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment - Interest in transit and rail projects - Experience with 3D design software Bentley OpenRoads / OpenRail and document management infrastructure such as ProjectWise - 11-3 years' experience, industry related particularly with civil design and drafting of rail and related projects Benefits - Career Development Kick-Start Grant Program - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay - 401k - Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule Company Overview - Since its founding in 1976 in Portland, Oregon, DEA has become a recognized leader for progressive and sustainable design and management solutions for complex transportation, land development, energy, and water projects nationwide. It was founded in 1976, and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.deainc.com. Company H1B Sponsorship - David Evans and Associates, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 12 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 4 in 2022, 3 in 2021, 4 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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