Civil Design Engineer

Civil Design Engineer Job Description

The Civil Design Engineer plays a crucial role in preparing or assisting in the development of the scope of work, design concepts, cost estimates, and presentations. This position provides professional and technical support on a day-to-day basis, ensuring the successful execution of projects.

• Assist the Project Manager or Department Head in the development and design of projects, including plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Develop feasible design alternatives and compare significant parameters such as typical sections, horizontal and vertical alignments, right-of-way requirements, and cost.
• Identify and analyze principal design features and major design alternatives that fulfill the project's purpose and need.
• Produce detailed, final design plans, specifications, and estimates in accordance with relevant standards and guidelines.
• Consult with the Project Manager or Department Head to review detailed plans, specifications, and cost estimates to ensure conformity with project scope and design standards.
• Review design details, coordinate technical recommendations, assess the cost-effective constructability of projects, and evaluate overall project quality.
• Perform most assignments with guidance on expected results and receive technical guidance on unusual or complex problems.
• Provide advanced technical support in the development and design of projects.
• Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques to solve complex problems requiring evaluation of several alternatives.

• Proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD software.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, including land development, stormwater management, site development, and grading.
• Experience in drainage design, site planning, and transportation projects.
• Ability to handle project management tasks and provide engineering analysis.

• EIT certification or Professional Engineer license is preferred.
• Experience in construction and wastewater projects is advantageous.

The role is based in an office setting with occasional day travel to local sites. The engineer will attend various meetings and networking events related to projects.

This is a Permanent position based out of Savannah, GA.

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

This is a fully onsite position in Savannah, GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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