Civil Engineer Designer - Mission Critical

Thomas & Hutton
Columbia, SC
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward civil engineers with 3+ years of experience in land development and AutoCAD Civil 3D, comfortable with mission critical infrastructure design and client coordination.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3+ years in land development and a focus on mission critical infrastructure design
    — “3+ years of experience designing land development projects using Civil 3D”
  • Professionals with a clear interest in water/sewer systems and underground utility design
    — “Interest or experience in plan and profile design of water/sewer systems”
  • Individuals who can balance technical precision with client-facing communication
    — “Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to engage in client interactions”

Things to consider

  • On-site presence is required for five days a week, with limited remote flexibility
    — “On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.”
  • The role demands managing multiple assignments and adhering to tight project schedules
    — “Manage tasks to meet scope, schedule, and quality goals in a fast-paced project environment”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with surface modeling and utility layouts in Civil 3D
    — “Model and design infrastructure using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including surface creation and utility layouts”
  • Emphasize your ability to review and ensure quality in team-based engineering projects
    — “Review work prepared by other team members for quality and consistency”
  • Showcase your track record in preparing permit applications and technical documentation
    — “Prepare reports, specifications, permit applications, and supporting documentation”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Prepare site development construction drawings for mission critical and data center projects
  • Design water, sewer, storm drainage, and complex underground utility infrastructure systems
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering3+ years of experience designing land development projects using Civil 3D

Skills & requirements

Required

Civil EngineeringAutocad Civil 3DEngineering Design ConsiderationsSite Development Construction DrawingsWater, Sewer, Storm Drainage, And Underground Utility Infrastructure SystemsMicrosoft Office Suite

Preferred

Surface ModelingUnderground Utility DesignPlan And Profile Design Of Water/sewer SystemsDuct Bank Design

Stack & domain

Autocad Civil 3DSurface ModelingUnderground Utility DesignPlan And Profile DesignDuct Bank DesignMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunicationProblem-solvingTime ManagementEngineer-in-training (eit)Civil EngineeringData Center ProjectsSite Development

About the role

Original posting from Thomas & Hutton via Lever

What you'll do:

  • Prepare site development construction drawings for mission critical and data center projects
  • Design water, sewer, storm drainage, and complex underground utility infrastructure systems
  • Develop engineering design considerations and supporting calculations for site development projects
  • Prepare reports, specifications, permit applications, and supporting documentation
  • Model and design infrastructure using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including surface creation and utility layouts
  • Analyze site data, existing conditions, and entitlements to support client site selection efforts
  • Participate in client meetings and multidisciplinary coordination, providing technical input and guidance
  • Review work prepared by other team members for quality and consistency
  • Manage tasks to meet scope, schedule, and quality goals in a fast-paced project environment

What you bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months (PE path preferred)
  • 3+ years of experience designing land development projects using Civil 3D
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D software applications
  • Experience with surface modeling and underground utility design preferred
  • Interest or experience in plan and profile design of water/sewer systems; duct bank design experience a plus
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to engage in client interactions
  • Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to perform in a fast-paced, team-driven environment
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Why Thomas & Hutton?:

  • Competitive salary plus performance bonus
  • Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
  • Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
  • Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career

Schedule:

On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Source: Thomas & Hutton careers (Lever)

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