Civil Designer / Civil CAD Drafter

Reeve & Associates•Riverdale, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Reeve & Associates, we've been engineering solutions in the western U.S. since 1945. Our reputation is built on rapid turnarounds, smart designs, and forward-thinking solutions--which is why our first-time clients almost always become long-term partners. We are currently looking for a Civil Designer to join our fast-growing, family-led engineering firm in Riverdale, Utah. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional who wants to take the lead on complex site development projects while mentoring the next generation of designers, this is your opportunity. We emphasize office interaction, value our team members as individuals, and accommodate the realities of life when emergencies happen. You won't get bored. You will prepare CAD drawings for a wide array of projects, including drainage, transportation, traffic, land, and large-scale commercial and residential site developments. This isn't just a drafting role. You will lead the preparation of detailed drawings, update our civil CAD standards, and actively mentor junior designers and drafters.

Requirements

10+ years of drafting experience OR an accredited CAD certification with senior-level project experience.
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Proven ability to lead and design projects while successfully managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering plans, specifications, surveys, and technical documents.
A proactive problem-solver with a positive, professional attitude who works efficiently both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation of detailed civil design drawings, including site layouts, grading, drainage, utilities, roadway design, and plan/profile sheets.
Develop 3D surface models, alignments, corridors, grading plans, and earthwork calculations using Civil 3D.
Work closely with civil engineers to interpret engineering reports, field data, and surveys to refine design concepts and resolve complex issues.
Maintain drawing accuracy through strict version control, redline updates, and quality checks.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal design codes.
Prepare and update civil CAD templates and best practices.
Actively support and mentor junior designers on the team.
Support project scheduling, workload planning, and task tracking to ensure we hit our legendary turnaround times.