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Geosyntec Consultants · 1 day ago

Designer - AutoCAD Civil 3D

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Geosyntec Consultants is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm seeking a Designer (AutoCAD Civil 3D) to perform computer-aided design and drafting for various civil and geotechnical engineering projects. The role involves managing design plans, mentoring CADD technicians, and ensuring quality in design drawings.

ConsultingCRMEnvironmental ConsultingInformation TechnologyInnovation Management

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Draft, edit, and finalize design plans and details using appropriate and efficient methods and adhering to Geosyntec drafting standards

Understand and visualize overall civil/geotechnical engineering concepts, such as grading, and translating abstract concepts to design drawings

Analyze sketches, notes and other input material to determine best approach to complete a drawing set

Manage the production of drawing sets from creation, markup and modification based on overall design

Assign work to, mentor, train, and supervise CADD technicians in the preparation of design drawings and details and reviewing completed work products to ensure quality

Assist with CADD department management tasks including estimating level of effort for CADD-related work; and assisting in the development of file management standards

Participate in the CAD Action Group, by supporting, networking, and collaborating to improve CAD standards and efficiencies across the company; and

Work collaboratively with other Geosyntec CADD practitioners to prepare design drawings and details and review completed work products to ensure quality

Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed

Qualification

AutoCAD Civil 3DGrading plansCivil engineering designAutodesk AutoCAD CertifiedStormwater management designArcGISMicroStationMathematical fundamentalsSupervision skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Associate's degree in Drafting and a minimum of five (5) years related experience in a professional civil engineering setting; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the responsibilities of the position

Experience developing and working with grading plans, cross-sections, alignments, profiles, three-dimensional surfaces, and earthwork volumes for landfills and other large civil design projects

Experience using/incorporating land or aerial surveying/mapping data and files

Understanding of the latest releases of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, Skype, Adobe PDF, and Windows File Explorer

Proficiency in the latest releases of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and AutoCAD Map3D. Proficiency includes a strong understanding of Civil 3D Annotation styles and annotation tools, object and label styles, solid understanding of key objects such as Surfaces, Alignments, Profiles, Profile Views, Pipe Networks, Surface Analyses and Volume Calculations

Understanding of Feature Lines, Grading Groups, Assemblies, and Corridors

Ability to work with mathematical fundamentals such as geometry and trigonometry

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical engineering design situations

Ability to read, analyze and interpret red line drawings from Engineers, CAD Managers, or others on the project team

Strong communication skills include the ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions, and the ability to interact effectively to maintain a team environment

Ability to effectively present information to project team and clients

Ability to supervise and communicate with subordinate staff

Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel

Candidates must currently hold and maintain valid U.S. work authorization. New H-1B visa lottery and employment based green card sponsorship are not available for this position