Environmental Design Group is hiring: Technical Production Designer in Akron

Environmental Design Group is hiring a Technical Production Designer in Akron, OH. The role involves assisting engineers and landscape architects in creating construction plans for transportation projects, using CAD software, and ensuring quality documentation. Candidates should have an associate or technical degree, 2-5 years of experience, and skills in Microsoft Office and CAD. The position is full-time with hybrid availability, requiring local travel.
Environmental Design Group is seeking a motivated and technically driven Designer to assist engineers and landscape architects in the development of construction plans for trails, roadways, sidewalks, and active transportation projects.

As a Technical Production Designer at Environmental Design Group, you will
• Actively engage in assigned projects including reviewing project specifications to ensure complete and accurate drawings and documentation; traveling to project sites; and creating detailed drawings and maps using CAD software; collaborating with the project manager to prepare project reports and plans.
• Coordinate printing and assembly of specification books, binding of reports, and production of final plans and exhibits for in-house review, clients, and government agencies.
• Demonstrate a solid grasp of the skill set, and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Provide clear and concise documentation of all project activities and quantities.
• Review and check detailed drawings and layouts in support of the QA/QC process.
• Perform field activities, as needed.
• Adhere to all quality and safety protocols.
• Make recommendations and demonstrate analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Carry out any other responsibilities as assigned for the organization's best interest.

Requirements
• Associate or Technical Degree is required; Bachelors Degree is preferred
• 2-5 Years of experience is required
• Basic communication and interpersonal skills are required
• Must be analytical and creative-minded
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, CAD, and other industry software
• Experience in trail and/or multi-modal transportation, or the motivation to learn this specialty, is required

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position that has the availability to be hybrid.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day.
• Must have a valid drivers license and possess a driving record that will enable the employee to be insurable under the Companys standard vehicle insurance and general comprehensive liability insurance without additional costs to the Company.

Supervisor Responsibility

This position will not have direct reports. Environmental Design Group is a teaching organization that believes in the growth of all individuals within the company. All associates are encouraged to pursue personal and professional development during their employment.

Environmental Design Group is an equal opportunity employer.