Civil Engineer Designer – Mission Critical

Location: Columbia, SC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry Focus: Mission Critical / Data Centers

Position Overview

Our confidential client (a well-established multidisciplinary engineering firm similar to Thomas & Hutton) is seeking a Civil Engineer Designer – EIT with a strong focus on Mission Critical site design. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced technical environment, excels in underground utility modeling, and communicates confidently with internal teams and external stakeholders.

You’ll support complex site development work, prepare civil design documents, and play a key part in utility planning for high-demand Mission Critical campuses.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed site development construction drawings for Mission Critical projects.

• Design and model underground utility infrastructure (water, sewer, storm, power, communications) using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

• Develop and review reports, specifications, plans, and permit packages.

• Analyze existing site conditions and entitlement data to assist with site selection.

• Participate in multi-discipline design meetings and provide technical guidance.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and review work produced by junior team members.

• Handle client interaction professionally and clearly.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

• EIT certification OR ability to obtain within 6 months.

• 3+ years of civil site design experience using Civil 3D.

• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and engineering manuals.

• Ability to work the following in-office/client schedule:

  • Mon–Thurs: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

  • Fri: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

• Excellent communication skills and a track record of managing multiple concurrent tasks.

• High level of client service orientation and problem-solving ability.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4–5 years of civil engineering experience.

• Experience with surface creation and underground utility modeling in Civil 3D.

• Experience with plan and profile design for water/sewer lines; duct bank design is a plus.

• Demonstrated success in fast-paced, high-output engineering environments.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to obtain PE within 12 months.

Project Types / Industry Sectors

• Mission Critical & Data Centers

• High-complexity underground utilities

• Large-scale site development

• Commercial, industrial, and technology-driven infrastructure

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx programs

• Condensed weekly schedule

• Bonus-eligible role

• Retirement program

• Generous PTO and holidays

• Professional development through internal training programs

• Tuition reimbursement

• Access to in-house Civil 3D training resources

Schedule & Location

• Location: Columbia, South Carolina

• Reporting To: Mission Critical Program Leadership

• Work Model: On-site

• Visa Sponsorship: Not available

• Workplace: Drug-Free & E-Verify Participant