Civil Design Engineer

Design Hire LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in St. Louis is seeking a Civil Designer to develop detailed site designs for both commercial and residential projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and possesses strong attention to detail. You'll coordinate with engineers to ensure design compliance and assist with revisions based on feedback. This is a great opportunity to impact community infrastructure developments within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in civil site design, with exposure to both commercial and residential projects.
• Familiarity with stormwater management and utility infrastructure design standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed site design plans for commercial and residential projects using Civil 3D.
• Prepare grading, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and pavement designs in compliance with local codes and standards.
• Work with engineers and project managers to coordinate design intent and address site‑specific constraints.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Saint Louis, United States | Posted on 01/27/2026

We’re seeking a Civil Designer with experience in both residential and commercial projects. This role involves hands‑on design using Civil 3D and AutoCAD, focusing on grading, stormwater, sanitary sewer, and pavement layout. If you’re a detail‑oriented designer looking to take ownership of your work within a supportive, project‑driven environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful community and infrastructure developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed site design plans for commercial and residential projects using Civil 3D.
• Prepare grading, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and pavement designs in compliance with local codes and standards.
• Work with engineers and project managers to coordinate design intent and address site‑specific constraints.
• Support the creation of construction documents, including plan sets and utility layouts.
• Assist with design revisions based on client feedback, permitting requirements, or field changes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in civil site design, with exposure to both commercial and residential projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for grading, utility, and site layout design.
• Familiarity with stormwater management and utility infrastructure design standards.
• BS in Civil Engineering preferred, or equivalent technical experience in civil design.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work within a collaborative team environment.

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Employment Eligibility

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