Civil Designer

Dashiell

$75K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in Drafting & Design required
  • Preferred experience in civil/structural or transmission design
  • Proficient with AutoCAD 2010 or newer
  • Familiarity with Microstation or PLS-CADD is a plus
  • Strong mathematics skills, including algebra and basic trigonometry

Responsibilities

  • Produce new drawings from previous project examples
  • Research technical information in catalogs and specifications
  • Calculate basic structural requirements and concrete volumes
  • Learn and utilize the document management system
  • Apply corporate standard engineering practices
  • Ensure high quality and accuracy in work output
  • Identify project-related issues and suggest solutions
  • Willingness to travel for project assignments

Benefits

  • PPO and HDHP medical options with FSA or HSA
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Comprehensive life and disability insurance coverage
  • 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Job Title: Civil Designer Job Location: 720 E Butterfield Rd STE 200, Lombard, IL 60148 Primary Function: The Civil Designer will perform routine design assignments, which require knowledge and skill in basic design techniques and procedures, under close supervision. Drafting will comprise a large portion of job responsibility. Thorough knowledge of CAD will be required. Duties & Responsibilities Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions: • Produce new drawings from examples of previous projects and/or standards with some supervision • Research information in catalogs, specifications, corporate standards, or other reference material • Calculate structure heights and weights, concrete volumes, equipment fit-up, or other basic tasks • Learn and properly use the document management system • Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices • 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 • Other duties as required Minimum Qualifications / Experience Associates degree in drafting & Design is required. Extensive experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil / structural or transmission design is strongly preferred. Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer is required. Experience with Microstation or PLS-CADD is a plus. Possess skills in the following areas: • Civil drafting experience for structural substation and transmission line projects is preferred • Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software • Mathematics, including algebra and basic trigonometry • Extensive knowledge of various CADD programs • Basic knowledge of the major components of a substation • Basic oral and written communications • Basic knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation • Working in a team environment • Communicating effectively with co-workers Compensation/Benefits: Compensation: $75,000 - $150,000 yearly The compensation range for this position is compliant with all local and state regulations and is based on several factors such as work experience, education, qualifications, and internal and external market factors. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and discretionary bonus. Benefits: As a valued employee you will be eligible to participate in our full benefits program, including, but not limited to: • PPO and HDHP medical options with FSA or HSA • Dental and vision insurance • Supplemental life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage • Life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, and employee assistance plan (no cost to employee) • 401(k) plan with immediate vesting • Employee Assistance Program • Additional benefits and wellness programs

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