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Civil Designer

Bechtel Corporation
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/8/2025 CLOSED ON 12/22/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Designer position at Bechtel Corporation?

Requisition ID: 290387

  • Relocation Authorized: National - Single
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Reston, VA

Extraordinary Teams Building Inspiring Projects

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Project Overview

Bechtel and Westinghouse Electric Company have partnered to deliver the first nuclear power reactors in Poland for our customer, the Polish Entity Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ). Bechtel will be the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor for the project. As the EPC, our responsibilities will include providing the design for the Turbine Island and Balance of Plant as well as the construction of the entire facility. 

This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity, and we are looking for the talent that will help expand Poland’s nuclear base and build a strong and long-lasting energy future for generations to come.

Job Summary

In this role, you will use 2-D/3-D computer-aided design (CAD) to develop design models and drawings for civil engineering systems such as earthwork, drainage, and road design. You will assist with the development of work plans and review work prepared by designers/drafters. Your work will help ensure civil designs are high quality, accurate, complete, and in compliance.

Major Responsibilities

  • Originate and check Civil Site deliverables, including drawings and 3-D models for earthwork/site design.
  • Interpret and verify industry standards, guidelines, and codes for project deliverables.
  • Report design quantities compared to estimated quantities.
  • Participate in project design/model reviews.
  • Participate in constructability reviews.
  • Review and coordinate technical documents with/from other engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction.

Education And Experience Requirements

  • BS degree in a related field with 2-5 years of related design experience or AA/AS degree with 4-7 years of related design experience. In lieu of a degree, 6-9 years of related design experience.

Basic Qualifications

Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Must be authorized to live and work in US without sponsorship.
  • Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Experience in the use of AutoCAD and Civil3D.
  • Work experience should emphasize Civil Site design of heavy industrial type facilities.
  • Familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Familiar with the provisions of AASHTHO, ASTM, ACI, ASTM, FHWA, MUTCD and WBDG UFC codes. Knowledge of construction materials and construction details and techniques.
  • Knowledge of engineering deliverables, such as drawings and specifications.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experienced in sitework, earthwork, roadway, and drainage under ISO-9000 and NQA-1 quality assurance standards.
  • Knowledge of other process improvement programs.
  • Familiar with European code and standards

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com

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