Civil Designer 1 - Land Development

LIVIC Civil•Danville, PA

About The Position

As a Designer 1 at LIVIC Civil, you will support the Land Development team by producing plan sets and assisting with foundational design tasks under the direction of Design Engineers, Project Engineers, Landscape Architects, and Project Managers. The role focuses on Civil 3D production, learning design standards, and developing a strong understanding of grading, utilities, and stormwater fundamentals. The position may grow over time into paths such as project management or development coordination, depending on the employee’s interests, strengths, and drive. It is intended for someone interested in developing toward future leadership in project management or client development. The role is based at one of the listed Pennsylvania locations: Harrisburg, Northumberland, Bloomsburg, or Montoursville. Travel to other offices may be needed. LIVIC describes its work environment as supportive and offers flexible schedules, high-quality headphones, and a personalized workspace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Landscape Architecture, or a related field; alternatively, an associate degree in one of these fields or a related field and two years of experience.
0–3 years of civil/site design or related drafting experience.
Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D, including plan production, surfaces, and labels.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong PC skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and virtual conferencing.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

EIT on track or desire to pursue, for engineering-track candidates.
Experience with Hydraflow, Bluebeam, or other civil engineering tools.
Ability to travel to other offices as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform design drafting in Autodesk Civil 3D and follow company CAD standards and file configurations.
Assist with preparing site layout, grading, utility, and erosion and sediment control plans under supervision.
Assist with stormwater and basic infrastructure calculations as directed, documenting assumptions and inputs.
Prepare quantity takeoffs and basic construction cost support as assigned.
Research permit requirements, codes, and design standards, and apply direction to plan production.
Coordinate with other design team members to keep deliverables on track.
Participate in internal QA/QC and address redlines promptly and accurately.
Perform other duties as assigned.