Civil Engineer

Civil Designer

Actalent is seeking a Civil Designer to support the design and production of land and site development projects. You will work closely with engineers and project managers to create high-quality construction documents and design solutions. Using AutoCAD Civil 3D, this role focuses on site layout, grading, utilities, and stormwater management while ensuring all deliverables meet technical standards, local codes, and project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of land development and site development projects.
• Prepare site layout and grading plans that support overall project objectives and constraints.
• Design stormwater management systems in accordance with applicable standards and best practices.
• Support the design of water and sanitary sewer utilities for site development projects.
• Develop erosion and sediment control plans that comply with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings and complete plan sets using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Perform grading, drainage, and basic design calculations to support project development and design decisions.
• Modify and update drawings based on redlines, markups, and comments from clients, agencies, and internal reviewers.
• Coordinate closely with engineers, project managers, and other team members to ensure project deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company and client standards.
• Organize, maintain, and update CAD files and project documentation to support efficient project delivery.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in civil design, preferably within land development.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for site design, grading, and utility layout.
• Experience with land development and site development design, including grading and drainage.
• Understanding of land development design principles and local codes and standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing accurate drawings and calculations.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other team members.
• Strong organizational skills to manage CAD files and project documentation.
• Experience with stormwater, drainage, and civil design concepts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in CAD/Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field, OR a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting land development projects, including site layout, utilities, and stormwater management.
• Familiarity with erosion and sediment control design.
• Experience working within established company and client CAD standards.
• Ability to respond constructively to redlines and markups and incorporate feedback into design revisions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The Civil Designer works in a professional office environment focused on civil and land development projects, using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related CAD tools on a daily basis. The role involves close collaboration with engineers, project managers, and other technical staff, with an emphasis on meeting project schedules and maintaining high-quality documentation. Work is primarily computer-based, with attention to detail and adherence to established design and drafting standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70,000.00 - $85,000.00/yr. Benefits include full time benefits, PTO, holiday pay, and direct placement.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2026.

About Actalent

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. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Key skills/competency

• Civil Design
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Site Layout
• Grading
• Utilities Design
• Stormwater Management
• Construction Documents
• Land Development
• Project Coordination
• Technical Standards