Civil Design Tech I

McMillen Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 34,302 - 47,169; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Job summary

McMillen Inc. is looking for a motivated Civil Design Tech I to join our engineering and design teams in Boise, Idaho. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to develop technical skills in Civil 3D and drafting while supporting projects in water resources, restoration, and infrastructure.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, strong attention to detail, and an eagerness to learn in a collaborative environment. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or early-career professional preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications is beneficial.
• Interest in water resources, restoration, or civil infrastructure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of engineering drawings using Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• Prepare figures, exhibits, maps, and plan sheets for project deliverables.
• Organize and maintain project files and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Basic AutoCAD knowledge

Basic Civil 3D knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters!

Civil Design Tech I

McMillen is seeking a motivated Civil Design Tech I to support our engineering and design teams on water resources, restoration, hydropower, and infrastructure projects throughout North America. This is an entry‑level position ideal for a recent graduate or early‑career professional looking to develop technical skills in Civil 3D, drafting, and engineering design support. The successful candidate will work closely with project leads, designers, and engineers while learning industry's best practices, company standards, and quality procedures. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, eager to learn, and enjoys solving technical challenges in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of engineering drawings using Civil 3D and AutoCAD
• Prepare figures, exhibits, maps, and plan sheets for project deliverables
• Assist designers and engineers with project production tasks
• Follow established CAD standards and QA/QC procedures
• Organize and maintain project files and documentation
• Participate in project coordination meetings
• Learn and apply company design and drafting standards
• Support multidisciplinary project teams on a variety of infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field
• 0–2 years of relevant experience
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and drafting principles
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exposure to AutoCAD or Civil 3D through coursework, internships, or professional experience
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
• Interest in water resources, restoration, hydropower, or civil infrastructure projects

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Package

• Pay Range: $24.90 – $34.24 hr. (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, HSA, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

EEO

McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.