Senior Civil Designer - Site Design

Olsson; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) match

Tailored career development paths

Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive health benefits package

Job summary

A leading engineering design firm in Nebraska is looking for a Senior Civil Designer to work on site development projects. You'll perform advanced design tasks, mentor junior technicians, and participate in client meetings. With a collaborative approach, the role allows for flexible work arrangements, including remote opportunities. Candidates should have at least 6 years of CAD experience and an associate degree in drafting, contributing positively to community-focused initiatives.

Qualifications

• Passionate about collaboration and ownership in work.
• Positive impact on communities through talents.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate to advanced design under minimal supervision.
• Select design approaches and prepare preliminary designs.
• Run calculations, update drawings, and review specifications.
• Provide training or mentorship to junior technicians.
• Attend client meetings as required.
• Travel to project sites as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

CAD software experience (AutoCAD Civil 3D)

Education

Associate degree in drafting or a related field preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Civil Designer - Site Design

Lincoln, NE; Omaha, NE

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people‑centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for mixed‑use, commercial, and residential land development projects, along with industrial, sports, schools, and other site development types.

As a Senior Technician for our Site Design team, you will independently perform non‑routine drafting and design assignments by applying diversified knowledge of engineering and design principles and practices. You may coordinate efforts of less experienced technicians and collaborate with technical staff to find the best approach to solve engineering and design needs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs intermediate‑ to advanced‑level design while working under minimal direction and supervision
• Selects and recommends design approaches and prepares preliminary designs for engineering staff
• Performs a variety of advanced drafting and design duties such as running calculations, updating drawings, determining material needs, and reviewing project specifications
• May provide training or act as a mentor for less experienced technicians
• May attend client meetings
• May be required to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions and on project sites in various stages of construction

This role offers flexible work options, including remote and hybrid opportunities, to accommodate diverse working preferences and promote work‑life balance. Candidates can work hybrid schedules, work remotely, or work out of any Olsson office location in the area. Applicants should have the ability to travel for in‑office activities, client and site visits as needed.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Associate degree in drafting or a related field preferred
• Minimum of six (6) years of CAD software experience (AutoCAD Civil 3D)

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full‑time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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