Designer (AutoCAD Civil3D)

Geosyntec Consultants; Acton (MA); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants seeks a Designer (AutoCAD Civil 3D) to develop and refine design drawings for civil and geotechnical projects in Acton or Hamilton, MA. The role involves producing layouts, grading plans, and detailing to support landfills, industrial sites, and utilities from concept through construction.

The position emphasizes strong CAD proficiency, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and adherence to Geosyntec standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting with 5+ years in civil engineering drafting (required).
• Experience with Civil 3D and drafting standards; ability to mentor CAD staff.
• Strong knowledge of grading, alignments, surfaces and earthworks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design drawings and details using Geosyntec standards.
• Develop layouts, grading plans and details for civil/geotechnical projects.
• Mentor and supervise CAD technicians and review work quality.
• Collaborate to improve CAD standards and efficiencies across the company.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil engineering drafting

Grading plans

Cross-sections

Alignments

Surface modeling

Education

Associate's degree in Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

AutoCAD Map3D

ArcGIS

MicroStation

Job description

Designer (AutoCAD Civil3D)

Primary Location: US-MA-Acton

Additional Location: US-MA-South Hamilton

ID: 2026-4773

Category: Technician

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Remote: No

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Designer (AutoCAD Civil 3D) in our Acton or Hamilton, MA office or any of our other U.S based offices. The opportunity to work a hybrid work schedule may be available at the discretion of the company. The position will perform computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) for a variety of civil and geotechnical engineering design projects including developing layouts, grading plans and details for civil engineering projects, including landfills, industrial sites and utilities. Projects also include mechanical drawing systems and opportunities to contribute from the conceptual design stage through construction.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

Education and Licensure

• Draft, edit, and finalize design plans and details using appropriate and efficient methods and adhering to Geosyntec drafting standards;
• Understand and visualize overall civil/geotechnical engineering concepts, such as grading, and translating abstract concepts to design drawings;
• Analyze sketches, notes and other input material to determine best approach to complete a drawing set;
• Manage the production of drawing sets from creation, markup and modification based on overall design;
• Assign work to, mentor, train, and supervise CADD technicians in the preparation of design drawings and details and reviewing completed work products to ensure quality;
• Assist with CADD department management tasks including estimating level of effort for CADD-related work; and assisting in the development of file management standards;
• Participate in the CAD Action Group, by supporting, networking, and collaborating to improve CAD standards and efficiencies across the company; and
• Work collaboratively with other Geosyntec CADD practitioners to prepare design drawings and details and reviewing completed work products to ensure quality.
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Drafting and a minimum of five (5) years related experience in a professional civil engineering setting; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the responsibilities of the position. (required)
• Successful Autodesk AutoCAD Certified Professional examination within the last 3 years. (preferred)
• Experience developing and working with grading plans, cross-sections, alignments, profiles, three-dimensional surfaces, and earthwork volumes for landfills and other large civil design projects. (required)
• Experience using/incorporating land or aerial surveying/mapping data and files. (required)
• Experience with stormwater management design. (preferred)
• Understanding of the latest releases of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, Skype, Adobe PDF, and Windows File Explorer.
• Experience with ArcGIS and MicroStation. (preferred)
• Proficiency in the latest releases of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and AutoCAD Map3D. Proficiency includes a strong understanding of Civil 3D Annotation styles and annotation tools, object and label styles, solid understanding of key objects such as Surfaces, Alignments, Profiles, Profile Views, Pipe Networks, Surface Analyses and Volume Calculations. (required)
• Understanding of Feature Lines, Grading Groups, Assemblies, and Corridors. (required)
• Working interoperability knowledge of ESRI ArcMap or equivalent GIS software with the above-mentioned software. (preferred)
• Ability to work with mathematical fundamentals such as geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical engineering design situations. (required)
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret red line drawings from Engineers, CAD Managers, or others on the project team. (required)
• Strong communication skills to include the ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions, and the ability to interact effectively to maintain a team environment. (required)
• Ability to effectively present information to project team and clients. (required)
• Ability to supervise and communicate with subordinate staff. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
• This position does not support visa sponsorship.

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum Salary: $40.32 /hour / Maximum Salary: $56.45 /hour (Acton, Hamilton, MA)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

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