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Civil Engineer

Synectics
Alexandria, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/19/2026

Responsibilities include:

  • The Civil Engineer will work alongside Principal Engineers and other members of the engineering team in the design and development of high-voltage substation sites.

  • Perform civil engineering design for high-voltage electrical substations and switchyards.

  • Develop site grading, drainage, erosion control, and stormwater designs.

  • Perform hydraulic and hydrologic calculations and related engineering analysis.

  • Prepare civil engineering plans, calculations, specifications, and technical documentation.

  • Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and Mathcad for engineering design and calculations.

  • Review engineering drawings and design documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.

  • Assist with the preparation and review of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP).

  • Coordinate with Principal Engineers, Project Engineers, designers, clients, contractors, and other project stakeholders.

  • Identify design issues and develop practical engineering solutions.

  • Manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting project schedules and deadlines.

  • Provide technical guidance to designers and delegate design tasks as needed.

  • Work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively as part of a team.

  • Assist with other civil engineering projects and responsibilities as needed.

  • Technically capable, detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable taking ownership of their work.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university located in the United States.

  • 3 years of civil engineering experience preferred.

  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

  • Experience with Mathcad.

  • Experience with civil site design, including grading and drainage.

  • Experience with hydraulics and hydrology, including engineering calculations.

  • Experience with SWPPP preparation and review is a plus.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Excellent attention to detail and technical documentation skills.

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with engineers, designers, clients, contractors, and coworkers.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering-related software.

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative engineering team.

  • Fluent English proficiency is required.

  • Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with engineers, designers, clients, contractors, and company leadership.

  • Must be able to independently read, understand, prepare, and review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, reports, correspondence, and other technical documentation in English.

BENEFITS

  • 401(k)

  • 401(k) matching

  • Dental insurance

  • Flexible spending account

  • Health insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Vision insurance

Salary : $85,000 - $120,000

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