Civil Designer I

Description

Position Summary 

SeamonWhiteside is in search of an ambitious and talented professional to serve as a Civil Designer I in our growing Greenville, SC office.

SW is seeking a Civil Designer I who will focus on the fundamentals of land surveying as well as SW general standards. The Civil Designer I will focus on learning the fundamentals of civil design as well as SW design, computer, and general office standards. This role contributes and supports the engineering team in master planning, engineering design, and research for specific tasks on projects. 

The Civil Designer I is expected to learn necessary drafting, design, and research skills to assist the engineers and project managers in the analysis of proposed and current projects. This position is encouraged to ask many questions and seek mentorship to better understand and analyze plan presentation, reliability, engineering design, project scopes and delivery timelines.

About Us

Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing.

With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sector including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high end resort and parks and recreation projects.
 

With over 150 employees, and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, and Spartanburg, SC as well as Charlotte, NC, SW inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, "Elevating the site design experience." Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities. In addition, company sponsored events, such as golf tournaments, sports teams, and happy hours, along with philanthropic endeavors provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers. 

Requirements

Minimum Requirements 

Education: Bachelor’s or associate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college/university preferred

Experience: 

• Basic AutoCAD and Civil 3D skills required
• Minimum 2 years' CAD Tech experience preferred
• Previous Civil Engineering internship with a Civil Engineering design firm preferred
• AutoCAD certification preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Attend pre-construction meetings and site visits with senior CA personnel
• Witness installation, testing and inspections of site infrastructure systems (sewer/water systems testing, proof rolls, SWPP inspections, etc.)
• Assist in the review of shop drawings and material submittals on projects
• Assist senior engineer staff in problem solving and troubleshooting issues in the field
• Assist in the review as-built of civil engineering systems
• Meet SW billable goals
• Work to develop the understanding and knowledge of civil design as well as SW design, computer, general office standards 
• Work to develop knowledge of design software (ICPR, WaterCAD, Civil3D, SEDCAD, HEC-RAS, Hydraflow Express, storm sewers, microstation, Geopak, InRoads, IDEAL model)
• Contributes and support the engineering team in master planning, engineering design, and research for specific task on projects
• Prepare CAD base sheet drawings from drawing files provided by Surveyor
• Prepare civil plan sheet sets for construction drawings with emphasis on proper plan presentation
• Perform quantity take-offs and cost estimates of designs
• Perform hydraulic system calculations, pipe design calculations and engineering, reports (drainage report, watercalc reports, and project narratives)
• Address redline comments provided by agencies and senior engineering staff. Learning QA/QC process
• Seek mentorship on analyzing plan presentation, reliability, engineering design, project scopes and delivery timelines 

Desired Skills

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT)/ Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) registration preferred
• A strong desire for continuous professional and personal development and improvement
• Ability to work independently to effectively manage time and work in a team environment
• Proficiency in a wide variety of software programs including Microsoft Office
• Basic knowledge of Civil Engineering Design (Preliminary Plats, SWPPP, Grading, Drainage, Water, and Sewer Systems)
• Ability to read and understand Civil and Landscape drawings
• A valid driver's license 

Other Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels
• Ability to be both creative and analytical
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Ability to work in a team environment