Civil Design Tech I
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Civil Design Tech I
McMillen is seeking a motivated Civil Design Tech I to support our engineering and design teams on water resources, restoration, hydropower, and infrastructure projects throughout North America.
This is an entry-level position ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to develop technical skills in Civil 3D, drafting, and engineering design support. The successful candidate will work closely with project leads, designers, and engineers while learning industry’s best practices, company standards, and quality procedures.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and enjoys solving technical challenges in a collaborative environment.
Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.
We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.
Responsibilities:
Assist with development of engineering drawings using Civil 3D and AutoCAD
Prepare figures, exhibits, maps, and plan sheets for project deliverables
Assist designers and engineers with project production tasks
Follow established CAD standards and QA/QC procedures
Organize and maintain project files and documentation
Participate in project coordination meetings
Learn and apply company design and drafting standards
Support multidisciplinary project teams on a variety of infrastructure projects
Qualifications:
Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field
0–2 years of relevant experience
Basic understanding of engineering drawings and drafting principles
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exposure to AutoCAD or Civil 3D through coursework, internships, or professional experience
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
Interest in water resources, restoration, hydropower, or civil infrastructure projects
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation Package:
Pay Range: $24.90 - $34.24 hr. (DOE)
Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, HSA, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.
Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.
No recruiters, please.
Compensation
This Other role pays $24k-$34k/yr. Within typical range for other roles in United States.
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