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Senior Civil Designer - Site Design

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for mixed-use, commercial, and residential land development projects, along with industrial, sports, schools, and other site development types.

As a Senior Technician, you will independently perform non-routine drafting and design assignments by applying diversified knowledge of engineering and design principles and practices. You may coordinate efforts of less experienced technicians and collaborate with technical staff to find the best approach to solve engineering and design needs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs intermediate- to advanced-level design while working under minimal direction and supervision

Selects and recommends design approaches and prepares preliminary designs for engineering staff

Performs a variety of advanced drafting and design duties such as running calculations, updating drawings, determining material needs, and reviewing project specifications

May provide training or act as a mentor for less experienced technicians

May attend client meetings

May be required to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions and on project sites in various stages of construction

This role offers flexible work options, including remote and hybrid opportunities, to accommodate diverse working preferences and promote work-life balance. Candidates can work hybrid schedules, work remotely, or work out of any Olsson office location in the area. Applicants should have the ability to travel for in-office activities, client and site visits as needed.

You are passionate about:

Working collaboratively with others

Having ownership in the work you do

Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

Ability to contribute and work well on a team

Associate degree in drafting or a related field

Minimum of six (6) years of CAD software experience (AutoCAD Civil 3D)

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

Receive an excellent 401(k) match

Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance

Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

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The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an , you can learn more about -specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships .

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Senior Civil Designer - Site Design

Full time

Published on 08/10/2025

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