Civil Designer – Land Development New Newark, Delaware, United States

Atwell, LLC; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedules

Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers

Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer

401K match - 1:1 up to 4%

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

Paid Licensing / Certification Fees

Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), andV

Health Savings Account & Flex Spending

Job summary

Atwell, LLC in Newark, Delaware, is seeking a Civil Design Drafter to support site layout, grading, drainage, and utility plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D in accordance with Atwell standards.

You will review survey data, refine plans per comments from municipalities and clients, and coordinate with Project Managers to ensure timely deliverables and maintain high-quality civil design output for residential, commercial, and industrial land development projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; technical certificate or associate degree in drafting or engineering technology preferred.
• 4–10 years of civil design experience within residential, commercial, or industrial land development required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for design staff regarding drafting practices, standards, and procedures.
• Produce civil engineering drawings including site layout, grading, soil erosion and sediment control, storm sewer, water, sanitary sewer plans, construction layout, and construction staking.
• Review project survey data to assess existing site conditions and key development factors such as ALTA surveys, legal descriptions, easement documents, and condo documents.
• Complete edits and revise plans based on comments from municipalities, agencies, and clients.
• Communicate regularly with Project Managers and Team Leaders on workflow status to support chargeability and project schedule goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication with PMs

Education

High School Diploma

Drafting/Engineering tech certificate or associate degree

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

Job Description

• Serve as a resource for design staff regarding drafting practices, standards, and procedures.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software to complete assignments accurately and in alignment with Atwell standards.
• Produce a variety of civil engineering drawings including site layout, grading, soil erosion and sediment control, storm sewer, water, sanitary sewer plans, construction layout, and construction staking.
• Review project survey data to assess existing site conditions and key development factors such as ALTA surveys, legal descriptions, easement documents, and condo documents.
• Complete edits and revise plans based on comments from municipalities, agencies, and clients.
• Communicate regularly with Project Managers and Team Leaders on workflow status to support chargeability and project schedule goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; technical certificate or associate degree in drafting or engineering technology preferred.
• 4–10 years of civil design experience within residential, commercial, or industrial land development required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and commitment to producing high-quality deliverables.

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.

Pay Range

$35 - $46 USD

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

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As set forth in Atwell, LLC’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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