Site Civil Designer

Dashiell Corporation; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid life insurance

Medical coverage options

401(k) plan with immediate vesting

Job summary

Dashiell Corporation is seeking a Civil Designer for its The Woodlands, TX office. The role involves producing site civil drawings for substation and energy infrastructure projects, requiring proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and an Associate’s Degree in Drafting & Design or related field.

Key responsibilities include producing site layouts, researching regulations, and performing calculations related to drainage and grading. Dashiell offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package while maintaining a commitment to safety and quality in all projects.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in civil design or drafting is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
• Knowledge of site civil drafting practices including grading and drainage.

Responsibilities

• Produce site civil drawings for substation and energy infrastructure projects.
• Research local regulations and standards applicable to site civil design.
• Perform basic calculations related to earthwork and drainage.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil Design

Mathematics

Basic Communication Skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Drafting & Design or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies, engineering and design, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC delivery. With more than 60 years of experience executing large, complex projects, Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe, reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale, resources, and safety culture of Quanta Services, Dashiell partners with clients to build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities and economies. Learn more at www.dashiell.com.

Primary Function

The Civil Designer will perform routine design and drafting assignments related to land development and site civil work for substation and energy infrastructure projects, requiring knowledge and skill in basic design techniques and procedures under close supervision. The position will be based in our The Woodlands, TX office located at 1575 Sawdust Rd, Suite 300 The Woodlands, TX 77380 and will report to Dashiell’s Supervising Engineer.

Duties & Responsibilities

Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:

• Produce new site civil drawings — including site layout, grading, drainage, and erosion control plans — from examples of previous projects and/or standards with some supervision.
• Research information in catalogues, specifications, corporate standards, local regulations, and other reference materials applicable to land development and site civil design.
• Perform basic calculations related to earthwork volumes, drainage areas, grading slopes, and stormwater runoff.
• Learn and properly use the Dashiell document management system.
• Learn and apply corporate standard drafting and design practices for land development and site civil work.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party.
• Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

How You Will Make an Impact

• By producing accurate site civil drawings, you will enable efficient substation and infrastructure construction and reduce costly field conflicts.
• By developing your land development and site civil drafting skills, you will strengthen the team’s capacity to deliver quality design packages on time.
• By taking ownership of drawing quality and accuracy, you will contribute to Dashiell’s reputation for delivering reliable, well-coordinated engineering packages.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Drafting & Design, Civil Technology, or related field is required; equivalent professional experience of 2 or more years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Drafting experience with a background in land development, site civil, or related civil design disciplines is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or AutoCAD 2010 or newer is required.
• Knowledge of site civil drafting including grading, drainage, erosion and sediment control, and utility layout.
• Mathematics, including algebra and basic trigonometry.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.
• Basic oral and written communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid driver’s license required; must maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.

Preferred

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation, or other civil design platforms.
• Familiarity with substation site layout or energy infrastructure projects.
• Basic knowledge of grading ordinances, stormwater requirements, or land disturbance permitting.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods during office-based work.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during field visits.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain, gravel, and graded surfaces.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.

Environmental Conditions

• Combination of climate-controlled office work and outdoor construction environments.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, and rain.
• Exposure to noise, dust, and industrial conditions during site visits.

Driving & Safety-Sensitive Positions

• This position requires a valid driver’s license and compliance with Dashiell’s motor vehicle policies. Incumbents must maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined by Company policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Benefits

Dashiell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Benefits include company-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, and an employee assistance program. Additional benefit offerings include medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options), dental and vision coverage, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting, among others.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship. Third-party recruiters and agencies, please do not contact us regarding this position.