Junior Water Resources Design Engineer

Ascent Engineering Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401k Retirement Plan

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Design Engineer to join the Water Resources team in Atlanta, GA. You will prepare detailed designs for water distribution systems under licensed engineers. Responsibilities include coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, using Civil 3D, and supporting project delivery from planning through permitting.

The role requires 1–3 years of design experience and a B.S. in Civil Engineering, with proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including advanced features.
• Strong understanding of civil design principles, construction documentation, and permitting requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed design drawings, plans, and models for municipal and private water distribution systems in accordance with project requirements and standards.
• Assist with analyzing stormwater management systems.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design software to create and modify drawings per project specifications.
• Conduct research on materials, codes, and regulations to support design efforts and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to integrate various engineering systems into designs.
• Participate in project meetings and provide updates on assigned tasks.
• Assist in preparing project documentation, including design reports, calculations, and specifications.
• Conduct field visits or site inspections to gather data as needed.
• Support quality control by reviewing design deliverables to ensure accuracy and adherence to standards.

Skills

Civil design

Project coordination

Independent and team work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Stratus is seeking a Design Engineer to join the Water Resources team in Atlanta, GA. You will prepare detailed designs for water distribution systems under licensed engineers. Responsibilities include coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, using Civil 3D, and supporting project delivery from planning through permitting.

The role requires 1–3 years of design experience and a B.S. in Civil Engineering, with proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.