Civil Designer

Civil Designer

We are seeking a skilled Civil Designer to gather and assemble technical data from various sources to develop comprehensive engineering plans for design and construction. The ideal candidate will develop engineering plan sets, including site layouts, mass grading plans, construction details, plans and profiles, cross sections, and earthwork volume calculations using AutoCAD Civil3D. Additionally, you will develop survey point lists, alignments, and earthwork surfaces for field construction purposes, and create as-built documentation drawings. Your expertise will ensure drawings are complete and accurate, while also developing 2D and 3D renderings when required.

Responsibilities

• Gather and assemble technical data to develop engineering plans.
• Develop engineering plan sets including site layouts and construction details.
• Create survey point lists, alignments, and earthwork surfaces for field construction.
• Check drawings for completeness and accuracy.
• Develop 2D and 3D renderings as needed.
• Collaborate with engineers or scientists on project work.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of CAD standards.
• Coordinate work with other drafters or CAD designers within the region.
• Integrate CAD with other technology solutions such as GIS, drones, and AI.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the solid waste industry is preferred.
• Bachelors or associates degree in civil, geological, environmental engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Civil3D.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $38.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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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.

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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.