Civil Designer - Water/Wastewater

LaBella Associates; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Job summary

LaBella Associates is seeking a Civil Designer in Charlotte, NC to support a variety of public infrastructure projects. You will assist with facility and utility designs, prepare drawings and cost estimates, and conduct site visits under leadership from senior engineers.

This entry-level role requires a civil engineering bachelor’s degree, 0-2 years’ experience, and an EIT or ability to obtain within 12 months. Familiarity with Civil 3D and Revit is preferred, not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D and Revit (preferred, not required).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and curiosity about public infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing facility and utility designs.
• Produce drawings, plans, cost estimates, and technical documents.
• Conduct site visits and assist with construction observation and data collection.
• Support senior engineers in evaluating design alternatives and solving technical challenges.
• Engage in design training and mentoring activities that build technical foundation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Curiosity about public infrastructure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months

Tools

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Our engineers design and deliver reliable, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure that directly protects public health, supports community growth, and shapes the environments where we live and work.

As a Civil Designer, you'll support a variety of public infrastructure projects and learn how smart design strengthens communities.

From wastewater treatment, collection, and disposal to surface water sources, groundwater wells, drinking water treatment, storage, and distribution- plus collaborating on high-profile private development projects-you will gain unmatched technical exposure and leadership opportunities.

Job Duties

• Assist in preparing facility and utility designs.
• Produce drawings, plans, cost estimates, and technical documents.
• Conduct site visits and assist with construction observation and data collection.
• Support senior engineers in evaluating design alternatives and solving technical challenges.
• Engage in design training and mentoring activities that build technical foundation.

Why You'll Love Working Here

You'll contribute to meaningful projects that strengthen communities, supported by mentors who help you explore different aspects of civil design. As an employee-owned firm, we empower our people to think like owners. We want you to play a direct role in shaping our future and share in our success.

Salary Range:$68,000 - $72,000 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location.

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D and Revit (preferred, not required).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and curiosity about public infrastructure

Body, mind, and wallet-LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.