Designer I - Civil

About the role

Ans operates as a multidisciplinary engineering firm dedicated to advancing technical solutions for complex projects. The organization holds recognition as one of the Best Places to Work and Top 10 Hottest Engineering Firms in the US according to Zweig Reports. It also appears on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies, having achieved a growth rate of 1,748 percent. The firm's culture rejects heavy bureaucracy and emphasizes innovation and data-driven choices. Collaboration, creativity, and rapid project cycles define the work environment. The team includes professionals licensed in more than 20 states, combining over 70 years of collective experience. Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and personal time off. The company supports continuing education and community engagement. Comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental benefits are available to eligible staff members.

The Designer I

Civil position is based within the civil engineering practice. This role supports the production of detailed civil engineering designs and construction documentation. Designers work under the direction of senior engineers and engage with a variety of project types. The position provides direct exposure to site development, infrastructure upgrades, and clean energy initiatives. The role is critical in helping firms like Ans establish a presence in renewable energy markets.

Responsibilities include creating construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D. Designers develop plan views, sections, elevations, and detailed layouts. They interpret engineering concepts and convert them into accurate graphical representations. Tasks involve producing grading, drainage, road design, and erosion control documents. Designers review internal and client standards to ensure compliance. They assess different design approaches for feasibility, regulatory adherence, and site limitations. Collaboration with team members ensures timely delivery of high-quality outputs.

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an Autodesk AutoCAD certification program or equivalent drafting experience is required. An associate or technical degree in CAD, civil engineering technology, or a related field is preferred. The position targets individuals with zero to two years of experience in civil design or drafting. Strong attention to detail is necessary when reading standards and converting them into construction graphics. Designers must evaluate site constraints and perform constructability checks with supervision.

The role involves translating intake information into clear CAD models. Designers produce grading and drainage graphics following established procedures. They coordinate sections, elevations, and details with engineering partners. Early evaluation of codes and site restrictions helps refine design options. Designers create road and erosion control exhibits for client review. They assemble drawings so partners can approve and proceed with implementation. The position supports updates for municipal standards and continuing education goals. Designers also update documentation to include solar and battery storage components.

The position is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is a full-time engagement offering a salary range of $55,000 to $65,000 annually. Ans provides a collaborative setting where professionals can grow and contribute to visible engineering projects. The firm seeks individuals who are passionate about clean energy, precision, and impactful data solutions. Applicants should submit current information through the official application channel. Prospective employees are encouraged to verify details on the company career website.

What you'll do

• Execute assigned civil design tasks in AutoCAD Civil 3D with attention to detail and schedule adherence.
• Produce construction documentation including plan views, sections, elevations, and detailed layouts for civil projects.
• Generate grading, drainage, road design, and erosion control drawings following firm standards and client expectations.
• Interpret engineering specifications and convert conceptual ideas into accurate graphical representations for construction teams.
• Review project scope requirements and apply them to create practical and compliant design outputs.
• Assess site constraints and perform constructability evaluations under the guidance of senior engineering staff.
• Coordinate sections, elevations, and details with structural, geotechnical, and utility partners to ensure integration.
• Support practical reviews of codes, standards, and municipal requirements to refine viable design options early.
• Develop road and erosion control exhibits suitable for client feedback and approval processes.
• Assemble comprehensive drawing sets so that partners can authorize implementation and subsequent construction activities.
• Update civil documentation to reflect solar and battery storage system integrations within project deliverables.
• Contribute to firm objectives by maintaining alignment with municipal standards and supporting continuing education initiatives.
• Participate in a collaborative team environment focused on innovation, data-driven decisions, and rapid project delivery.
• Help establish the presence of the firm in renewable energy markets through high-quality civil design work.
• Adhere to practical project timelines while producing clear, accurate, and professional construction graphics.

Requirements

• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent educational credential.
• Complete an Autodesk AutoCAD certification program or demonstrate equivalent drafting experience through a portfolio or professional history.
• Possess an associate or technical degree in CAD, civil engineering technology, or a closely related technical field.
• Target candidates with zero to two years of experience in civil design, drafting, or related technical roles.
• Exhibit strong attention to detail when interpreting standards and translating them into construction graphics.
• Evaluate site constraints and perform constructability checks while working under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret engineering concepts and convert them into accurate graphical representations.
• Maintain compliance with internal and client standards during the production of design and documentation deliverables.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with municipal standards and procedures relevant to civil design documentation.
• Exposure to site development or infrastructure upgrade projects in a professional setting.
• Experience supporting clean energy initiatives such as solar or battery storage integration.

Practical notes

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Location: USA

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Engagement: Full-Time

• Salary range: $55,000 to $65,000 annually
• The role involves collaboration with licensed professionals across multiple states.
• The firm emphasizes innovation, data-driven choices, and rapid project cycles.
• Continuing education is supported as part of professional development.
• Comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental benefits are available to eligible employees.
• Applicants should submit current information through the official application channel.
• Prospective employees are encouraged to verify details on the company career website.