Civil CAD Designer - Land Development

Atwell, LLC; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Tuition assistance

Student loan repayment

401K match

Medical benefits

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is seeking a CAD Designer with 4+ years of land development experience to draft site plans, grading, and utility layouts using AutoCAD Civil 3D. The role involves reviewing survey data, adjusting plans per agencies, and coordinating with project teams to meet schedules.

Responsibilities include preparing erosion and construction layouts, and ensuring plans adhere to Atwell standards while engaging with PMs to manage workload and chargeability.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of design experience in residential, commercial or industrial land development.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software packages.
• Knowledge of site development drawings and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for design staff regarding drafting practices and procedures.
• Produce drawings including soil erosion plans, site layout, grading, and utilities.
• Review survey data to analyze site conditions and development factors.
• Edit and modify plans as directed by agencies, municipalities, and clients.
• Communicate with Project Managers and Team Leaders on workflow status to meet chargeability goals.

Skills

Drafting support

Design collaboration

Workflow coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLCis a proud recipient of the following 2025awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a resource for design staff as it pertains to drafting practices and procedures.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software packages to complete assignments on time and within Atwell standards.
• Produce various drawings specific to projects including soil erosion plans, site layout, grading, storm sewer, water, sanitary sewer plans, construction layout, and construction staking.
• Review project survey data to analyze existing site conditions and factors to consider for development including but not limited to legal descriptions, ALTA Surveys, easement documents, and condo documents.
• Complete edits and modify plans as revised by agencies, municipalities, and clients as directed.
• Communicate with Project Managers and Team Leaders on workflow status in order to meet chargeability goals.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma Required
• 4+ years of previous design experience within Residential, Commercial or Industrial Land Development Required

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resume­ to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

Atwell Benefits:

To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services