Description

The Civil Designer I is an entry level position that will focus on learning the fundamentals of civil design as well as SW design, computer, and general office standards. This role contributes and supports the engineering team in master planning, engineering design, and research for specific tasks on projects. The Civil Designer I is expected to learn necessary drafting, design, and research skills to assist the engineers and project managers in the analysis of proposed and current projects. This position is encouraged to ask many questions and seek mentorship to better understand and analyze plan presentation, reliability, engineering design, project scopes and delivery timelines.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work to develop the understanding and knowledge of civil design as well as SW design, computer, general office standards
• Contributes and support the engineering team in master planning, engineering design, and research for specific task on projects
• Assist engineers and project managers in the analysis of proposed and current projects
• Seek mentorship on analyzing plan presentation, reliability, engineering design, project scopes and delivery timelines

Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college/university preferred

Experience:

Minimum 2 years CAD Tech experience, previous Civil Engineering internship experience with a Civil Engineering design firm, and/or AutoCAD certification required

Desired Skills:

• Basic AutoCAD and Civil 3D skills required
• Engineer -in-Training (EIT)/ Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) registration preferred
• A strong desire for continuous professional and personal development and improvement
• Ability to work independently to effectively manage time and work in a team environment
• Proficiency in a wide variety of software programs including Microsoft Office
• Basic knowledge of Civil Engineering Design (Preliminary Plats, SWPPP, Grading, Drainage, Water, and Sewer Systems)
• Ability to read and understand Civil and Landscape drawings
• A valid driver's license

Other Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels
• Ability to be both creative and analytical
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Ability to work in a team environment

Working Environment:

• General office environment: Works generally at a desk in a well-lighted, air-conditioned cubicle/office, with moderate noise levels
• Periods of stress may occur

Physical Demands:

• Activities require a significant amount of sitting at office and work desks and in front of a computer monitor
• Some walking and standing relative to interaction with other personnel

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.