Civil Designer

Costich Engineering; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Matching 401k

Flexible hours

Expenses for continuing education

Job summary

Costich Engineering is looking for a Civil Designer in Rochester, NY. The ideal candidate will produce detailed construction drawings and site plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D, ensuring compliance with industry standards. A bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years of experience are required.

Employees enjoy health benefits, a 401k match, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth. This position is full-time with a typical 40-hour work week and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a civil engineering or landscape architecture office.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering or landscape architecture principles.
• Ability to perform quality checks on designs and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed construction drawings and site plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Prepare technical specifications and manage project documentation.
• Conduct thorough quality checks to ensure compliance with design standards.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2026

Strong attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to read and interpret drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D 2026

Job description

Costich Engineering is looking for a Civil Designer with solid AutoCAD Civil 3D experience to support project teams across civil engineering and landscape architecture work. We're a locally rooted, multidisciplinary firm where designers work closely with engineers, landscape architects, and project managers across a genuine variety of project types. If you take pride in accurate, well‑organized drawings and want to work somewhere your work actually matters, this is a good fit.

Job Type: Full‑time

Schedule: 8 Hour Shift (Day shift – Monday to Friday) with overtime

Experience: 3+ years

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Drafting, or related field — relevant certifications or vocational training considered

Work Remotely: No

Salary Range: $75,000 – $95,000 (Commensurate with experience)

Key Responsibilities

Design & Drawing Production

• Produce detailed construction drawings, site plans, grading plans, road alignments, drainage systems, landscape plans, lighting plans, and utility layouts using AutoCAD Civil 3D 2026
• Generate accurate profiles, cross‑sections, and corridor models using Civil 3D’s 3D modeling capabilities
• Ensure all drawings adhere to industry standards, project requirements, and Costich CAD and layering standards

Data & Documentation Management

• Prepare technical specifications and project documentation to support design and construction
• Manage and organize project data including design files, reference files, and associated documentation
• Learn and maintain Costich firm AutoCAD standards consistently across all projects

Quality Control

• Perform thorough quality checks on designs and drawings to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with design standards
• Identify and resolve design issues and discrepancies before submission
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and landscape architects to understand project requirements and incorporate design changes throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams and communicate design decisions clearly and effectively

Professional Development

• Stay current with AutoCAD Civil 3D features, tools, and best practices
• Share knowledge within the team to improve workflows and overall efficiency

Note: This job description is not all encompassing; more responsibilities may be granted as deemed appropriate based on abilities and experience.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience in a civil engineering or landscape architecture office
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2026, including alignments, profiles, assemblies, corridors, and surfaces
• Strong understanding of civil engineering or landscape architecture principles, design standards, and industry practices
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Drafting, or related field
• Relevant AutoCAD or Civil 3D certifications or vocational training
• Familiarity with applicable codes, regulations, and permitting requirements
• Experience working across both civil and landscape architecture project types

Costich Engineering Employees Enjoy the Following Benefits:

• Health Benefits — including cafeteria allowance ($8,458.84 annually)
• Matching 401k — 4.5% firm match with minimum 6% employee contribution
• Opportunity for career advancement and professional growth
• Summer Fridays (bi‑weekly leave at 11 AM on Friday — Memorial Day through Labor Day)
• Typical 40‑hour work week — hourly pay, anything over 40 hours at 1.5x hourly rate
• Flexible hours (start/end time); remote work opportunities (2 days max) once established in role
• Expenses paid for continuing education, professional licensure exams, etc.
• Annual rate increases & bonus (based on employee and firm success)

Costich Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.