Civil Graduate

Job Description:

Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Graduates in our Georgia offices following December 2026 and May 2027 graduation. The Civil Graduate will focus on land development and is available in Atlanta, Marietta, Duluth, and Alpharetta. This position will contribute to the successful design, analysis, and implementation of projects within an engineering team. This role includes assisting in technical design, project coordination, and ensuring compliance with project-specific requirements under the guidance of a licensed professional engineer (P.E.).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and preparation of plans for commercial, residential, and site development projects, focusing on grading, drainage, and utility layouts
• Analyze design alternatives to address site constraints and meet client objectives
• Collaborate on permitting and regulatory compliance for site development project
• Prepare technical reports, studies, and documentation using tools such as MS Office Suite
• Direct and review the work of engineering technicians to ensure accuracy and quality
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative engineering solutions
• Additional related duties as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months from start date
• Previous experience through an internship with a civil design firm is beneficial
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and procedures
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Reliability and dependability

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability coverage
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) safe harbor contribution plus 10% employer matching
• Premium time paid out to eligible salaried employees when over 40 hours are worked in a week
• Annual salary review and bonus
• Tuition and gym reimbursements
• Parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Focus on work-life balance

​Pape-Dawson is an industry-leading civil engineering and professional services firm. Our engineers, surveyors, planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists, archaeologists, data analysts, and construction management professionals work together to achieve our shared success: designing and delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects for our clients that make an impact on the communities we serve. Gaskins + LeCraw joined the Pape-Dawson family of companies in 2025.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.