Remote Civil 3D Designer - Grading, Landfills & CAD

Geosyntec Consultants; Kennesaw (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants is seeking a Designer (AutoCAD Civil 3D) to perform CADD for civil and geotechnical projects, including landfills and utilities. The role offers hybrid/remote/on-site options across multiple US locations, with Atlanta, GA and Kennesaw, GA among possible sites.

Responsibilities include drafting and finalizing designs to Geosyntec standards, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-quality drawings from concept through construction.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Drafting and a minimum of five (5) years related experience in a professional civil engineering setting.
• Autodesk AutoCAD Certified Professional examination within the last 3 years.
• Experience developing grading plans, cross-sections, alignments, profiles, three‑dimensional surfaces, and earthwork volumes for landfills and other large civil design projects.
• Experience using/incorporating land or aerial surveying/mapping data and files.
• Experience with stormwater management design.
• Understanding of the latest releases of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, Skype, Adobe PDF, and Windows File Explorer.
• Experience with ArcGIS and MicroStation.
• Proficiency in the latest releases of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and AutoCAD Map3D.
• Understanding of Feature Lines, Grading Groups, Assemblies, and Corridors.
• Working interoperability knowledge of ESRI ArcMap or equivalent GIS software.
• 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.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret red line drawings from Engineers, CAD Managers, or others on the project team.
• 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.
• Ability to effectively present information to project team and clients.
• Ability to supervise and communicate with subordinate staff.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Responsibilities

• 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

Strong communication skills

Team leadership

Geometry and trigonometry

Reading redlines

U.S. driving license

Education

Associate's degree in Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

MicroStation

ESRI ArcMap

AutoCAD Map3D

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants is seeking a Designer (AutoCAD Civil 3D) to perform CADD for civil and geotechnical projects, including landfills and utilities. The role offers hybrid/remote/on-site options across multiple US locations, with Atlanta, GA and Kennesaw, GA among possible sites.

Responsibilities include drafting and finalizing designs to Geosyntec standards, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-quality drawings from concept through construction.