Environmental Designer, Civil 3D

About the role

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services. We provide solutions that help communities flourish and thrive. Our team of 3,500 employees across the US combines local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver impactful projects.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Surface Modeling & Grading: Build complex 3D surfaces in Civil 3D to design stable slopes for highwall abatement, refuse pile regrading, and landslide repairs.
• Earthwork Optimization: Perform precise cut-and-fill volume calculations to balance onsite materials, minimizing the need for costly "waste" or "borrow" hauls.
• Hydrologic & Hydraulic Design: Design drainage channels, culverts, and sediment ponds using Pipe Networks to manage acid mine drainage and storm runoff.
• Erosion & Sediment (E&S) Control: Develop comprehensive E&S plans and narratives that meet specific WVDEP or PA DEP regulatory standards for reclamation permits.
• Site Integration: Convert raw topographic survey data and LIDAR into functional base maps, ensuring all site features such as mine portals or seeps, are accurately represented and addressed in the design.
• Plan Set Production: Independently manage the assembly of full construction document packages, including plan and profile sheets, cross-sections, and detail sheets.

Requirements

• An associate's degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience) with a strong foundation in civil/site design.
• 3–10 years of civil CAD production experience supporting land development and site design projects.
• The ability to read, interpret, and apply site plans, grading concepts, engineering markups, and redlines accurately.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and can collaborate effectively with engineers and project team members.
• Experience preparing detailed site grading and earthwork drawings, including layouts, slope transitions, profiles, and cross sections.
• Proficiency using Data Shortcuts and Xrefs, along with applying object and label styles to maintain company drafting standards.
• The ability to coordinate on constructability challenges, provide general project support, and consistently follow Atlas health and safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• 3–10 years of civil CAD production experience supporting land development and site design projects.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply site plans, grading concepts, engineering markups, and redlines accurately.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and can collaborate effectively with engineers and project team members.
• Experience preparing detailed site grading and earthwork drawings, including layouts, slope transitions, profiles, and cross sections.
• Proficiency using Data Shortcuts and Xrefs, along with applying object and label styles to maintain company drafting standards.
• The ability to coordinate on constructability challenges, provide general project support, and consistently follow Atlas health and safety policies and procedures.

Skills

• Civil 3D Expertise
• Surface Modeling
• Grading and Earthwork Optimization
• Hydrologic and Hydraulic Design
• Erosion and Sediment Control
• Site Integration
• Plan Set Production

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: Vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL), and paid parental leave.
• Retirement: 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment), and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: Approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: Clear career paths, learning resources, and development programs allowing advancement within the company. Internal certifications on specific skills and tuition reimbursement for external credentials.
• Belonging: Employee Communities (ECs) for connections, belonging, and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: Reasonable accommodation to help manage personal and professional responsibilities.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Varies by project demands and regional workloads.