Civil CAD Designer

Thomas Young Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Young Group in Houston seeks a Civil CAD Designer to contribute to education, commercial, and institutional projects. You will prepare civil site plans in Civil 3D, focusing on grading, drainage, and utility layouts.

You will design stormwater management systems, coordinate civil layouts with structural, architectural, and MEP teams, and support permitting and agency coordination for site improvements and utilities.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing civil site plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D (grading, drainage, utilities).
• Familiarity with grading plans, stormwater, and hydrology concepts.
• Ability to collaborate with structural, architectural, and MEP teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare civil site plans in Civil 3D including grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Design stormwater management systems and retention/detention features.
• Assist with hydrology calculations and drainage reports.
• Coordinate civil layouts with structural, architectural, and MEP teams.
• Support permitting and agency coordination for site improvements and utilities.
• Revise drawings based on QA/QC and client feedback.
• Maintain CAD standards and improve project workflows.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil CAD

Job description

At this multidisciplinary engineering firm, civil and structural teams work closely on site designs for educational projects such as schools and universities, along with offices and mixed-use developments. The environment supports designers and offers the opportunity to grow while contributing to well-coordinated projects without the pressure of high-volume residential work.

What you'll be doing:

Prepare civil site plans in Civil 3D, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts

Design stormwater management systems and retention/detention features

Assist with hydrology calculations and drainage reports

Coordinate civil layouts with structural, architectural, and MEP teams

Support permitting and agency coordination for site improvements and utilities

Revise drawings based on internal QA/QC and client feedback

Maintain CAD standards and help improve project workflows

What we're looking for:

3-8 years of civil CAD/design experience

Strong skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Experience with commercial, institutional, or mixed-use site design

Knowledge of grading plans, stormwater systems, and hydrology analysis

Experience producing utility plans for both public and private systems

Familiarity with land development concepts

Ability to collaborate closely with structural engineers and internal teams

More reasons to apply:

Work on commercial, institutional, and education projects rather than high-volume residential subdivisions

Be part of a civil team fully integrated with structural engineers for smooth coordination

Enjoy project stability, long-term client relationships, and exposure to diverse sectors

Join a supportive, technically focused culture with mentoring, realistic schedules, and opportunities to grow