Sargent & Lundy
Civil Designer 1 -- Energy & Industrial
Sargent & Lundy, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
This position allows you to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams to develop 3D models of civil grading and structures, producing civil drawing deliverables within CAD software.
Responsibilities
Work with multi-disciplined teams to develop civil layout drawings in a 3‑D model.
Tackle all phases of civil grading design, including roads, ditches, drainage ponds, finish surfacing plans, and permanent fencing plans; investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of civil design issues.
Interpret and coordinate topographical data to plan and execute civil design deliverables, independently and as part of a design team.
Participate in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated 2D/3D civil design model, which may include underground piping (stormwater, oily‑water, sanitary, chemical), building entryways (ramps, stairways), erosion control plans, traffic control plans, waterway barge unloading, and switchyard grading and drainage.
Provide support to other designers and project team members across all engineering and design business units to ensure a complete and timely design.
Qualifications We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Education And Experience
Associate’s Degree in Computer‑Aided Design Technology preferred.
CAD certificate required in non‑degreed.
Previous relevant experience considered.
Essential Skills
Three or more years of detailed design experience in developing civil design drawings.
Proficiency with design software tools for executing 3D plant layout models.
Experience reviewing civil layout drawings for all phases of grading, regrading, and final grading.
Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process.
CAD Software Skills Valued But Not Required
Bentley Microstation
Autodesk AutoCAD
Autodesk Civil 3D
Autodesk Navisworks
ArcGIS/GlobalMapper
Award‑Winning Benefits At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off. Our dedication to employee satisfaction earned us the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness, Financial Benefits, Work‑Life Balance
Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back‑Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range $54,420.00 – $78,410.00
Transparency Statement Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.
About This Business Unit The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across sectors including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects. From new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities, we have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 MW of generation capacity. Our expertise includes recent and ongoing combined cycle projects leveraging the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects, energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies.
Equal Opportunity Sargent & Lundy is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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This position allows you to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams to develop 3D models of civil grading and structures, producing civil drawing deliverables within CAD software.
Responsibilities
Work with multi-disciplined teams to develop civil layout drawings in a 3‑D model.
Tackle all phases of civil grading design, including roads, ditches, drainage ponds, finish surfacing plans, and permanent fencing plans; investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of civil design issues.
Interpret and coordinate topographical data to plan and execute civil design deliverables, independently and as part of a design team.
Participate in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated 2D/3D civil design model, which may include underground piping (stormwater, oily‑water, sanitary, chemical), building entryways (ramps, stairways), erosion control plans, traffic control plans, waterway barge unloading, and switchyard grading and drainage.
Provide support to other designers and project team members across all engineering and design business units to ensure a complete and timely design.
Qualifications We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Education And Experience
Associate’s Degree in Computer‑Aided Design Technology preferred.
CAD certificate required in non‑degreed.
Previous relevant experience considered.
Essential Skills
Three or more years of detailed design experience in developing civil design drawings.
Proficiency with design software tools for executing 3D plant layout models.
Experience reviewing civil layout drawings for all phases of grading, regrading, and final grading.
Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process.
CAD Software Skills Valued But Not Required
Bentley Microstation
Autodesk AutoCAD
Autodesk Civil 3D
Autodesk Navisworks
ArcGIS/GlobalMapper
Award‑Winning Benefits At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off. Our dedication to employee satisfaction earned us the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness, Financial Benefits, Work‑Life Balance
Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back‑Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range $54,420.00 – $78,410.00
Transparency Statement Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.
About This Business Unit The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across sectors including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects. From new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities, we have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 MW of generation capacity. Our expertise includes recent and ongoing combined cycle projects leveraging the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects, energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies.
Equal Opportunity Sargent & Lundy is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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