CivilGrid
Civil Designer - Utilities
Base pay range
$65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr
Company Overview CivilGrid
is a venture-backed SaaS construction tech company building the "Google Maps for the Underground." Come help us disrupt a $4.7T US industry segment that desperately needs innovation. This opportunity has tremendous upside as it scales.
CivilGrid aggregates public and proprietary utility, geotechnical, environmental, and jurisdictional data. The consolidated information is sold via our collaborative SaaS mapping platform to engineers and developers who need it to make early-stage decisions on real estate and infrastructure projects. Real-time data access reduces labor and project delays, accelerates decision making and reduces project risk. Collaborative features ensure faster information flow and decisioning inside and outside the organization and better project insight retention over time.
Position Description CivilGrid’s Data team uncovers and manages the foundational datasets underlying the CivilGrid app. In this role, you’ll be a key early hire for a new group within the Data team laser-focused on delivering insights from engineering record drawings and as-builts.
Interpret and markup utilities record drawings and as-builts for digitization capture
Conduct QA/QC on all digitized work products
Process digitized data using ETL scripts
Project manage task workflows and coordinate with stakeholders on priorities and timelines
Continuously test and implement new tools to improve processes
Serve as internal subject matter expert for all things CAD
Who You Are
3+ years of hands‑on experience as a civil CAD technician/drafter
Preferred: Experience in utilities design at a ENR500 engineering consulting firm, utility agency or DOT, or subsurface utility engineering (SUE) contractor
Strong ability to interpret civil engineering plans, record drawings, and as‑builts
Proficient with CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation)
Technical tinkerer: enjoys learning new software, tools, and techniques
Organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision
Excited to work in a fast‑moving startup environment – you value autonomy, creativity, and impact
Bonus: familiarity with SUE standards and practices
Bonus: proficiency with GIS tools
Hybrid in Denver, CO, Charlotte, NC, Kansas City, MO, or Philadelphia, PA with 2‑3 days a week in person.
Application Requirements Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest to careers
(at) civilgrid
(dot) com. You must send this email to be considered for the position. You’re welcome to use AI tools as assistants, but we’re looking for your own thinking, voice, and experiences — not generic output.
In your statement of interest (max 200 words), tell us about a time you improved or innovated on an existing engineering process. Describe how you identified the pain point, developed a solution, and achieved buy‑in from teammates, leadership, clients, etc.
Compensation And Benefits
Estimated base salary: $65k-75k DOE
Equity in a fast‑growing startup
Health/dental/vision insurance and FSA (health and dependent care)
Flexible hybrid work environment
Unlimited PTO
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Technology, Information and Internet
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Company Overview CivilGrid
is a venture-backed SaaS construction tech company building the "Google Maps for the Underground." Come help us disrupt a $4.7T US industry segment that desperately needs innovation. This opportunity has tremendous upside as it scales.
CivilGrid aggregates public and proprietary utility, geotechnical, environmental, and jurisdictional data. The consolidated information is sold via our collaborative SaaS mapping platform to engineers and developers who need it to make early-stage decisions on real estate and infrastructure projects. Real-time data access reduces labor and project delays, accelerates decision making and reduces project risk. Collaborative features ensure faster information flow and decisioning inside and outside the organization and better project insight retention over time.
Position Description CivilGrid’s Data team uncovers and manages the foundational datasets underlying the CivilGrid app. In this role, you’ll be a key early hire for a new group within the Data team laser-focused on delivering insights from engineering record drawings and as-builts.
Interpret and markup utilities record drawings and as-builts for digitization capture
Conduct QA/QC on all digitized work products
Process digitized data using ETL scripts
Project manage task workflows and coordinate with stakeholders on priorities and timelines
Continuously test and implement new tools to improve processes
Serve as internal subject matter expert for all things CAD
Who You Are
3+ years of hands‑on experience as a civil CAD technician/drafter
Preferred: Experience in utilities design at a ENR500 engineering consulting firm, utility agency or DOT, or subsurface utility engineering (SUE) contractor
Strong ability to interpret civil engineering plans, record drawings, and as‑builts
Proficient with CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation)
Technical tinkerer: enjoys learning new software, tools, and techniques
Organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision
Excited to work in a fast‑moving startup environment – you value autonomy, creativity, and impact
Bonus: familiarity with SUE standards and practices
Bonus: proficiency with GIS tools
Hybrid in Denver, CO, Charlotte, NC, Kansas City, MO, or Philadelphia, PA with 2‑3 days a week in person.
Application Requirements Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest to careers
(at) civilgrid
(dot) com. You must send this email to be considered for the position. You’re welcome to use AI tools as assistants, but we’re looking for your own thinking, voice, and experiences — not generic output.
In your statement of interest (max 200 words), tell us about a time you improved or innovated on an existing engineering process. Describe how you identified the pain point, developed a solution, and achieved buy‑in from teammates, leadership, clients, etc.
Compensation And Benefits
Estimated base salary: $65k-75k DOE
Equity in a fast‑growing startup
Health/dental/vision insurance and FSA (health and dependent care)
Flexible hybrid work environment
Unlimited PTO
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Technology, Information and Internet
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