Civil Designer – Land Development
About The Position
Atwell, LLC is seeking a Civil Designer to support land development projects. The role serves as a resource to design staff on drafting practices, standards, and procedures, and uses AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software to complete assignments accurately and in accordance with Atwell standards. The position produces civil engineering drawings for site layout, grading, soil erosion and sediment control, storm sewer, water, sanitary sewer, construction layout, and construction staking. The Civil Designer reviews survey data to assess existing site conditions and development factors, including ALTA surveys, legal descriptions, easement documents, and condominium documents. The role also revises plans in response to comments from municipalities, agencies, and clients, and communicates workflow status to Project Managers and Team Leaders to support chargeability and project schedule goals. Atwell is a privately owned consulting, engineering, and construction services company with more than 2,000 team members across more than 75 locations. The listed pay range is $35–$46 USD.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- 4–10 years of civil design experience in residential, commercial, or industrial land development required.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and commitment to producing high-quality deliverables.
Nice To Haves
- Technical certificate or associate degree in drafting or engineering technology preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a resource for design staff regarding drafting practices, standards, and procedures.
- Use AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software to complete assignments accurately and in alignment with Atwell standards.
- Produce civil engineering drawings, including site layout, grading, soil erosion and sediment control, storm sewer, water, sanitary sewer plans, construction layout, and construction staking.
- Review project survey data to assess existing site conditions and development factors, including ALTA surveys, legal descriptions, easement documents, and condominium documents.
- Edit and revise plans based on comments from municipalities, agencies, and clients.
- Communicate regularly with Project Managers and Team Leaders about workflow status to support chargeability and project schedule goals.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work schedules available for some positions
- Tenure awards with travel vouchers
- Competitive compensation packages
- Annual bonuses, spot bonuses, and peer recognition awards
- 401(k) match at 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
- Tuition assistance
- Student loan repayment
- Paid licensing and certification fees and renewals
- Financial rewards for obtaining licensure
- Employee referrals
- Annual wellness reimbursement
- Dependent care match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Family planning and IVF benefits
- Pet insurance
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- Employer-paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
- Supplemental accident, hospitalization, and critical illness benefits
- Member Assistance Program with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
