Senior Civil 3D Designer

Mott MacDonald Group; The Woodlands (TX); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance-based bonuses

Hybrid work model

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is hiring an experienced Civil 3D Designer for our The Woodlands, TX team. You will transform concepts into precise, buildable civil infrastructure plans, including roads, drainage, utilities, and site development, while collaborating with engineers and project managers.

You will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, maintain organized files, and support project delivery with attention to quality and standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience preparing civil designs and construction drawings.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience developing grading, drainage, utility, roadway, or site development plans.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering design standards and drafting practices.
• Experience creating and managing 3D models, surfaces, alignments, profiles, and corridors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine detailed civil engineering drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D for grading, drainage, utilities, and roadway design.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and project managers to translate concepts into accurate, constructible plans.
• Create 3D surface models, alignments, profiles, corridors, and cross-sections for infrastructure projects.
• Prepare plan sets, quantity calculations, and construction documentation.
• Ensure all designs meet codes, standards, client requirements, and quality expectations.
• Participate in design reviews and provide innovative solutions to technical challenges.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to support integrated project delivery.
• Maintain organized drawing files, models, and documentation for efficient execution.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Associate degree in civil engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

BIM workflows

GIS platforms

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.

When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.

At Mott MacDonald, We're a global engineering, management, and development consultancy driven by a shared purpose: improving society through excellence, innovation, and collaboration. Our teams work on some of the most complex and rewarding infrastructure projects, helping communities thrive today and for generations to come.

We're looking for an experienced Civil 3D Designer to join our growing team. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality civil infrastructure designs and enjoy collaborating with talented engineers on meaningful projects, we'd love to hear from you.

As our Civil 3D Designer, you'll be the creative and technical force behind the detailed plans that bring our projects to life. Your expertise will help transform conceptual visions into precise, buildable designs, whether it's a new roadway, a stormwater management system, utility infrastructure, or a large-scale site development. Your work will directly influence the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the communities we serve.

Role Responsibilities:

• Develop and refine detailed civil engineering drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D for grading, drainage, utilities, and roadway design.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and project managers to translate concepts into accurate, constructible plans.
• Create 3D surface models, alignments, profiles, corridors, and cross-sections for a variety of infrastructure projects.
• Prepare plan sets, quantity calculations, and construction documentation.
• Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and quality expectations.
• Participate in design reviews and provide innovative solutions to technical challenges.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to support integrated project delivery.
• Maintain organized drawing files, models, and documentation to ensure efficient project execution.

Candidate Specification:

We're looking for someone who brings technical expertise, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

You'll have:

• Minimum 5 years of experience preparing civil engineering designs and construction drawings.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience developing grading, drainage, utility, roadway, or site development plans.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering design standards and drafting practices.
• Experience creating and managing 3D models, surfaces, alignments, profiles, and corridors.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in civil engineering technology, drafting, or a related field preferred.

Desirable:

• Experience with transportation, municipal, water, wastewater, or land development projects.
• Familiarity with MicroStation, BIM workflows, GIS platforms, or other design technologies.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal design standards.

Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits & Rewards

The expected salary for this position is $113,000 - $139,000.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success.

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support the health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth of our employees. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA accounts, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, caregiver leave, employee referral bonuses, professional registration and membership reimbursements, and tuition assistance to support continued learning and career development.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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