Assistant Civil Designer for Solar & Energy Storage

Burns & McDonnell

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 49,593 - 60,614

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement program
Comprehensive insurance benefits

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is looking for an Assistant Civil Designer in Chicago, IL. This role focuses on civil design and land development for utility-scale projects, primarily in the power sector.

The successful candidate will engage with multidisciplinary teams, optimizing designs for infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include site design, drafting, and collaboration with engineering professionals. A bachelor's degree and relevant experience in civil design are required.

Qualifications

  • Two years of experience or an associate degree plus four years of relevant experience.
  • Basic understanding of civil site design including grading and drainage.

Responsibilities

  • Design and revise site plans and grading plans using Civil 3D.
  • Prepare drawing sets for internal reviews and client submittals.
  • Attend project coordination meetings and align site layouts with teams.

Skills

Civil3D design software
Attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Communication skills
Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in drafting & design technology or related field
Associate degree with four years experience

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is looking for an Assistant Civil Designer in Chicago, IL. This role focuses on civil design and land development for utility-scale projects, primarily in the power sector.

The successful candidate will engage with multidisciplinary teams, optimizing designs for infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include site design, drafting, and collaboration with engineering professionals. A bachelor's degree and relevant experience in civil design are required.

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