Civil Engineering Technician - Mission Critical (REMOTE)

Stantec; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 57,200 - 80,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec is looking for an experienced Civil Engineering Technologist in Des Moines, Iowa. You will focus on Mission Critical Data Center projects and work collaboratively with engineers and project managers. Responsibilities include drafting engineering drawings, site design, and project coordination. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of drafting experience and be proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D. This position supports flexible remote options depending on the candidate's qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of drafting experience on civil engineering projects.
• Comfortable with virtual coordination across teams.
• Willingness to learn new civil site design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects by working directly with engineers and project managers.
• Deliver high-quality drafting of engineering drawings.
• Assist with maintaining and developing drafting standards.

Skills

Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Technical degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master‑planned communities, mixed‑use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Technologist or Technician focused on Mission Critical Data Center projects within our Community Development Group. You will work on Data Center projects of various sizes across the country, supporting Fortune 10 companies. Remote work may be possible for the right candidate.

Project Overview

The engineers on this team are a core design group dedicated to serving Data Center clients and similar major commercial programs. Projects require a diverse set of skills for site due diligence, design, entitlement approvals, permitting, and construction. You will work collaboratively within the Mission Critical core design team, project partners, and various services to develop private civil site designs, construction plans and specifications, preparatory reports, studies, and construction contract documents. You will also perform field observations and coordinate construction activities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects by working directly with engineers, project managers, and design team members.
• Deliver high‑quality drafting of engineering drawings and exhibits.
• Assist with maintaining and further developing drafting standards, mentoring staff, and implementing industry‑leading technology for CADD and design software.
• Draft plans for civil and related discipline design projects using AutoDesk Civil 3D.
• Perform site grading analysis and calculations with Autodesk Civil 3D; prepare street and utility plans, profiles, project details, and quantity take‑offs.
• Work independently and collaboratively to meet project timelines and requirements.
• Assist civil engineers with site design, utility design, grading, and overall plan production.
• Manage deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple projects as schedules dictate.
• Assist with design development through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Utilize technologies for developing three‑dimensional models of civil systems.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure compatibility with the design intent.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proactive, solution‑oriented, and effective within a cooperative team environment.
• Flexible and responsive to dynamic project needs on tight timelines.
• Comfortable with virtual coordination across geographically dispersed teams.
• Understanding of civil engineering concepts (site layout, grading, utility design, etc.) and effective communication of ideas.
• Willingness to learn new civil site design concepts and grow skills for project delivery.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem‑solving skills using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Initiative in tasks and coordination with project team members, obtaining and sharing necessary information.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, and related materials.
• Multi‑tasking, prioritization, and ability to take direction.
• Attention to detail to recognize discrepancies.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3+ years of drafting experience on civil engineering and/or related projects.
• Technical degree, diploma, or certificate in a related field is preferred but not required if sufficient experience and skills can be demonstrated.

Position will primarily be in an office setting. Typical office environment with computer work and sedentary activities for the majority of the day.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range

• MN, OH, VT, & various CA, NY areas – $57,200.00 – $80,100.00 annually.
• CO, HI, IL, MD & various CA, NJ areas – $62,900.00 – $88,100.00 annually.

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. The final agreed compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus‑eligible. Part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on weekly hours.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave. Employees get ten paid holidays each calendar year. Employees will be eligible to accrue 10–20 days of vacation per year and paid sick leave (subject to state and local law). Temporary/casual employees receive 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave per state and local law. Benefits may differ for union positions per collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: United States | MN | Minneapolis

Organization: 1903 CommDev-US North Central-Minneapolis MN

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 16/04/2026 02:04:59

Req ID: 1005431

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.