Circle K · 3 hours ago
CAD Industry Specialist, Civil
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expCircle K is expanding its Store Design & Experience team and is seeking an early-career Civil-focused CAD Industry Specialist to support the development of Concept Site Plans for projects nationwide. The role involves creating detailed site plans, conducting regulatory research, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
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Responsibilities
Create detailed Concept Site Plans (CSPs) in AutoCAD, incorporating civil layout fundamentals, grading feasibility, drainage concepts, utility tie-ins, and circulation paths
Prepare preliminary grading diagrams, rough‑grading concepts, and drainage flow paths to ensure site feasibility
Draft plan views, profiles, topographic representations, and conceptual utility layouts as needed
Maintain and update CAD files throughout design iterations and project changes
Maintain internal Civil CSP template and files with regular updates
Research AHJ requirements, zoning codes, setbacks, easements, right‑of‑way restrictions, and environmental constraints
Ensure all site plans adhere to local, state, and federal engineering/drafting standards
Review survey data, aerials, topographic maps, and available civil drawings to validate site viability
Perform basic quantity checks, evaluate slope impacts, and identify potential grading or drainage conflicts
Support conceptual engineering including grading strategies, stormwater considerations, and truck circulation evaluations
Experience preparing exhibits, feasibility studies, or entitlement packages
Familiarity with permitting workflows and submittal standards
Work closely with Real Estate, Design, Construction, Engineering, Architecture, and external civil consultants to align design requirements and resolve conflicts
Participate in project review meetings; present plan changes and incorporate feedback from stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and quality control
Ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines in a high‑volume workflow
Clear communication skills for cross‑department collaboration
Review drawing sets for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards before submission
Maintain organized documentation, version tracking, and drawing records across multiple fast‑moving projects
Address redlines from internal reviewers and municipal agencies as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Engineering Technology, or a related field
1–3 years in civil site design, CAD drafting, engineering support, or planning roles
Proficiency in AutoCAD; Civil 3D strongly preferred given industry standards for grading, surfaces, profiles, and utility layout work
Ability to interpret surveys, topographic data, and engineering documents
Familiarity with GIS layers, mapping tools, and plat research
Experience with Bluebeam, Smartsheet, and Microsoft Office
Proactive problem-solver with the ability to spot grading, circulation, or code‑related design conflicts early
Comfortable giving and receiving detailed redline feedback
Preferred
Experience with retail, commercial, or national brand development programs
Company
Circle K
Our mission at Circle K is to make our customers' lives a little easier every day.
10001+ employees
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