Civil Designer: Land Development & Site Grading Expert

atwellgroup; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible work schedules

Tenure Awards - Travel Vouchers

Job summary

Atwell in Reston, VA is seeking a Civil CAD Drafter to support design staff using AutoCAD Civil 3D to create site layouts, grading plans, and related civil drawings. You will review survey data, assist with project details, and revise plans per city, agency, and client feedback.

The role requires 4–10 years of civil design experience in land development, a high school diploma (technical degree preferred), and meticulous attention to detail in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; technical certificate or associate degree in drafting/engineering technology preferred.
• 4–10 years civil design experience in land development (residential/commercial/industrial).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for design staff regarding drafting practices, standards, and procedures.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software to complete assignments per Atwell standards.
• Produce civil drawings including site layout, grading, erosion control, storm/sewer/water/sewer plans, and staking.
• Review survey data to assess existing site conditions and development factors (ALTA, legal descriptions, easements).
• Complete edits and revise plans per comments from municipalities, agencies, and clients.
• Communicate with Project Managers and Team Leaders on workflow status to support chargeability and schedule goals.

Skills

Drafting

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Technical certificate or associate degree in drafting or engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Atwell in Reston, VA is seeking a Civil CAD Drafter to support design staff using AutoCAD Civil 3D to create site layouts, grading plans, and related civil drawings. You will review survey data, assist with project details, and revise plans per city, agency, and client feedback.

The role requires 4–10 years of civil design experience in land development, a high school diploma (technical degree preferred), and meticulous attention to detail in a collaborative team environment.