Civil Designer

Olsson Associates - Plano, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Plano, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for mixed-use, commercial, and residential land development projects, along with industrial, sports, schools, and other site development types. As a Civil Designer, you will recommend design techniques and minor design changes to ensure the best approach to solve engineering and design needs.

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed design work on projects including preparation of drawings and layouts, reviewing project specifications, and performing design calculations.
• Conducts research on various design concepts and techniques and develops approaches to enhance project design work.
• Performs complex computer-aided design assignments and ensures designs align with project objectives and quality standards.
• May review drawings, prepare project cost estimates, and attend client meetings.
• Maintains project documentation including drawings, specifications, and project correspondence.
• Assists in the preparation of environmental impacts or other project studies.
• May supervise, coordinate, and review work for less experienced staff members.
• May be required to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions and on project sites in various stages of construction.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Associate Degree in Drafting preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of CAD software experience (AutoCAD Civil 3d)
• Solid interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills and the ability to generate effective solutions to complex problems.
• Has an understanding of high-level engineering design capabilities and advanced knowledge of applicable technologies.

Benefits

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements