Civil Graduate

Pape-Dawson, Georgia; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Generous PTO and holidays

401(k) match

Overtime premium

Salary reviews and bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Flexible work environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers invites Civil Engineering graduates to join our Georgia offices in Atlanta, Marietta, Duluth, and Alpharetta after December 2026 and May 2027 graduation. You will contribute to land development design, analysis, and project implementation under a P.E.

mentor, assisting in technical design, coordination, and compliance. You’ll work with a team on grading, drainage, utilities, and site development while preparing reports and supporting permitting efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or ABET-accredited program.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months from start date.
• Internship with a civil design firm is beneficial.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and roadway/site design.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and preparation of plans for commercial, residential, and site development projects.
• Analyze design alternatives to address site constraints and objectives.
• Collaborate on permitting and regulatory compliance for site development.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation using MS Office; review junior work.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams on engineering solutions.
• Perform additional related duties as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description: Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Graduates in our Georgia offices following December 2026 and May 2027 graduation. The Civil Graduate will focus on land development and is available in Atlanta, Marietta, Duluth, and Alpharetta. This position will contribute to the successful design, analysis, and implementation of projects within an engineering team. This role includes assisting in technical design, project coordination, and ensuring compliance with project-specific requirements under the guidance of a licensed professional engineer (P.E.).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and preparation of plans for commercial, residential, and site development projects, focusing on grading, drainage, and utility layouts.
• Analyze design alternatives to address site constraints and meet client objectives.
• Collaborate on permitting and regulatory compliance for site development project.
• Prepare technical reports, studies, and documentation using tools such as MS Office Suite Direct and review the work of engineering technicians to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative engineering solutions.
• Additional related duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months from start date.
• Previous experience through an internship with a civil design firm is beneficial.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and procedures.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Reliability and dependability.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability coverage.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• 401(k) safe harbor contribution plus 10% employer matching.
• Premium time paid out to eligible salaried employees when over 40 hours are worked in a week.
• Annual salary review and bonus.
• Tuition and gym reimbursements.
• Parental leave.
• Flexible work environment.
• Focus on work-life balance.

Pape-Dawson is an industry-leading civil engineering and professional services firm. Our engineers, surveyors, planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists, archaeologists, data analysts, and construction management professionals work together to achieve our shared success: designing and delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects for our clients that make an impact on the communities we serve. Gaskins + LeCraw joined the Pape-Dawson family of companies in 2025.

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pape-Dawson is a leading civil engineering and professional services firm, with a history of delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects with national impact. Our diverse team of experts is passionate about solving complex problems and making a difference in our communities. We offer career opportunities in a company culture that values personal growth and professional excellence. With world‑class benefits and a commitment to your overall wellbeing, Pape-Dawson is a place where you can thrive both personally and professionally.