Designer I Civil Engineer

Landdesign,-In; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Paid volunteer hours

Job summary

LandDesign seeks a Civil Engineer to support design studios in our Charlotte, NC office. You will learn civil site design elements including site layout, grading, drainage, and water/sewer systems, while performing tasks under project leadership.

This entry role emphasizes growth and hands-on CAD-based production. Ideal candidates hold a civil engineering degree with internship experience and basic CAD knowledge; EIT is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Basic knowledge in AutoCAD and Civil 3D/Civil Design Software, Microsoft Office Suite.
• E.I. / E.I.T. certification preferred or in-progress.

Responsibilities

• Learn key aspects of civil site design: site layout, sedimentation analysis, grading and storm drainage, domestic water, and sanitary sewer design.
• Perform design tasks as directed by Project Lead.
• Meet timeframes for assigned tasks and self-check work for completeness.
• Develop proficiency in CAD-based design and drafting for plan production.
• Collaborate with landscape architects, planners and client teams.
• Research regulatory requirements through due diligence.
• Contribute to the team by applying established procedures to solve routine problems.
• Receive detailed instructions on all work.

Job description

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

LandDesign is a collection of visionaries and problem solvers who believe in the power of balance, combining creativity and practicality to design what we know will thrive. We leverage our diverse expertise and relentless curiosity to deliver innovative, attainable big ideas — aligning our clients’ vision with the culture of the community to delight those who will enjoy the space. We are driven by a boundless desire for better, because we believe that learning is lifelong and growth is infinite. This curiosity and uncommon collaboration fuel our culture and drive ideas that continuously improve our practice and the people who are part of it.

As our firm continues to grow, we continue to be on the lookout for the next great designer; you. We are currently seeking Civil Engineers to provide design, technical, and production support to design studios in our Charlotte office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for learning key aspects of civil site design which include site layout, sedimentation control analyses, development of grading & storm drainage, domestic water, and sanitary sewer system design.
• Perform design tasks as directed by Project Lead.
• Meet timeframes provided for assigned tasks.
• Self-check work for completeness.
• Develop proficiency in CAD based design & drafting for plan production.
• Collaborate with internal design team including landscape architects and planners and client consultant teams.
• Research regulatory requirements through due diligence.
• Contributes to the team by applying established procedures to solve routine problems.
• Receives detailed instructions on all work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field of study.
• Basic Knowledge in AutoCAD and Civil 3D/Civil Design Software, Microsoft Office Suite.
• E.I. / E.I.T. certification obtained or in-progress is preferred.
• No prior experience required. Internship experience preferred.
• Passion for land development + design.

Don’t ask us if you’re the right fit for the position,tell usabout it in your cover letter (we do actually read them!) All interested candidates can submit their cover letter and resume directly through our website.

Employees are offered a competitive compensation package and robust benefits package that includes access to wellness programming, 401k retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances.

LandDesign is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workplace.

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