Senior Engineering Technician

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. • Dexter, MI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, seeks a highly motivated Senior Engineering Technician to join our Great Lakes Initiative Team. As a Senior Engineering Technician, you will join a highly motivated conservation team of biologists and engineers who are responsible for the planning, design, and construction of wetland restoration and enhancement projects. Primary responsibilities will be focused in Michigan and northern Ohio. A hybrid schedule may be considered, with the potential to work remotely (home office) and within USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) offices, within the area of geographic responsibilities, in limited capacity.

Requirements

• A two-year technical degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the construction industry is preferred.
• Oral, written, and communication skills are essential.
• Must be self-motivated, goal oriented, and able to work with and solve problems in close team-based relationships.
• Experience with Civil3D, land surveying, and construction inspection is desired.
• Knowledge and experience with USDA Farm Bill programs is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with preparation of topographic survey drawings
• Familiarity with land development plans
• Familiarity with preparation of detailed design drawings from engineering notes, sketches and/or other drawings, including integration of data from a variety of sources (e.g., LiDAR, GPS, total-station, laser level)
• Familiarity with cross-sections, alignments, corridors, feature lines, profiles, earthwork and grading tools, and quantity calculation methods
• Familiarity with drafting details needed for permit applications
• Familiarity with construction/staking plans
• Familiarity with preparation of as-built/record drawings
• Willingness to learn to operate and haul ATV and outboard boat when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of surveying, drafting, and construction management functions on wetland, riparian, and associated habitat restoration projects.
• Work on Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) wetlands in the Lake Erie Watershed as well as restoration projects on private, state, and federal land in Michigan and Ohio.
• Coordinate with design Engineers and senior Engineering Technicians on project related tasks.
• Assist with communication of restoration project status with the Regional Biologists and project partners.
• Perform topographic surveys using total station and GPS survey equipment.
• Provide AutoCAD Civil 3D drafting support, including preparation of topographic survey drawings, land development plans, detailed design drawings, cross-sections, alignments, corridors, feature lines, profiles, earthwork and grading tools, quantity calculation methods, drafting details for permit applications, construction/staking plans, and preparation of as-built/record drawings.
• Conduct field inspection and perform construction management oversight as needed.
• Ensure that consultants and contractors adhere to project plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Represent DU with local, state, and federal personnel, and private landowners, along with other mitigation and conservation partners, in a professional manner at all times.

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage
• Three weeks paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Ten paid holidays
• 401(k) plan (including partial employer match)
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree