--- title: 'Civil Engineering Technician at Thomas & Hutton' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/civil-engineering-technician-thomas-hutton-savannah-pd6rck1zw0ym' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Civil Engineering Technician at Thomas & Hutton - **Company:** Thomas & Hutton - **Location:** Savannah, GA - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-04-23 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/tandh/955138a2-bd14-4840-a135-8cb8e79d5ae6 ## Job description Bring your civil design experience to a team where your technical expertise helps shape communities across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll support a variety of land development and infrastructure projects, work alongside experienced engineers and designers, and contribute to high-quality construction plans and project deliverables. If you’re an experienced Civil Engineering Technician with strong Civil 3D skills who enjoys solving design challenges and supporting collaborative project teams, this role is for you. ## What you'll do - Prepare civil engineering construction plans, drawings, exhibits, and reports for land development, roadway, water, and sewer projects - Develop detailed drawings from project information, design concepts, specifications, and engineering direction using CADD software - Perform routine design calculations and prepare data to support engineering analyses and studies - Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, project specifications, permit applications, and bid packages as needed - Apply sound judgment to resolve design issues and support the development of practical project solutions - Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design tools to prepare construction plans and project deliverables - Ensure drawings and exhibits comply with Thomas & Hutton CADD procedures, graphic standards, and design standards - Coordinate the work of other technicians as part of a project team as needed - Monitor assigned work to support project schedule and budget requirements - Communicate project status and scheduling needs to Project Engineers and Project Managers - Participate in project meetings with clients, agencies, contractors, and internal teams as needed - Provide input on the development and maintenance of CADD standards, details, and procedures ## What you bring - High school diploma or technical school training with coursework in computer-aided drafting, or equivalent experience - 10+ years of CADD experience preparing civil engineering design drawings, exhibits, and reports - Demonstrated experience working on land development projects using Autodesk Civil 3D - Experience supporting projects involving land development, roadways, water, and sewer infrastructure - Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, CADD, and related civil design tools - Strong understanding of CADD procedures, graphic standards, and construction plan preparation - Ability to perform routine design calculations and prepare quantity and cost estimates - Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers, designers, and other technicians - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to exercise sound judgment on design-related issues - Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, appropriately prioritize workflow, and meet project deadlines Why Thomas & Hutton? - Competitive salary plus performance bonus - Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance - Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage - 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance - Thomas & Hutton University and professional development opportunities Schedule: On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. How to apply: Ready to bring your Civil 3D expertise to projects that shape communities and infrastructure? Apply today at www.thomasandhutton.com/careers. At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of “Building Relationships and Solutions for Success” shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities. When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with competitive benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here. Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. ## About Thomas & Hutton ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Thomas & Hutton is a multidisciplinary engineering, surveying, and consulting firm that designs and builds infrastructure, communities, and places across the Southeast United States. - **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped) - **Headquarters**: Savannah, Georgia, USA - **Founded**: 1946 - **Founders**: Hue Thomas and Joe Hutton ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Civil engineering, environmental engineering, structural engineering, transportation, water resources, surveying, landscape architecture, and construction administration. - **Target customers**: B2B – municipal governments, private developers, and other public/private entities in the Southeast. - **Mission or purpose**: “Design with the future in mind” – to shape the built environment, create vibrant communities, and deliver lasting legacies for clients. ## Products & Services - **Civil/Site Development**: Land planning, grading, drainage, utility design, and site infrastructure for commercial, residential, and industrial projects. - **Environmental**: Permitting, remediation, environmental assessments, and compliance services. - **Natural Gas**: Pipeline routing, design, and permitting for natural gas infrastructure. - **Structural & Marine**: Structural engineering for buildings, bridges, marine structures, and waterfront facilities. - **Surveying**: Boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction staking surveys. - **Transportation**: Roadway, highway, and intersection design, traffic analysis, and multimodal planning. - **Water & Wastewater**: Treatment plant design, distribution systems, collection systems, and stormwater management. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private firm). - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – Not disclosed; estimated to be in the $50–100M range based on headcount and project scale (not verified). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (no external funding). The firm is employee-owned? Not explicitly stated, but no investors mentioned. - **Growth Signals**: - Offices in 6 states (Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Florida). - Recognized by Zweig Group: #9 in the 200+ employee category (2019), #16 in Civil Engineering, #18 in Multi-Discipline firms. - Named “Top 10 Best Places to Work” in South Carolina (2020) and ranked #12 small firm in SC. - Numerous active job openings across multiple offices, indicating steady hiring. ## Competitive Advantages - **Depth of experience**: Founded in 1946, with a long track record of complex infrastructure projects in the Southeast. - **Multidisciplinary “one company” model**: Offers civil, environmental, structural, transportation, water, surveying, and landscape architecture under one roof, enabling integrated solutions. - **Flexibility**: Combines the resources of a large firm with the agility and personal attention of a smaller practice. - **Strong reputation**: Consistently ranked as an employer of choice and recognized for quality by industry associations. ## Strategic Focus - Continue expanding geographic footprint across the Southeast (recent addition of Alabama and Florida offices). - Invest in professional development through “Thomas & Hutton University” to retain talent and advance technical capabilities. - Emphasize sustainable, community-centered design that balances economic development with environmental stewardship. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Collaborative, employee-focused environment that values “human craft and ingenuity.” Projects are seen as “Places, Communities, Foundations, Legacies.” - **Work policy**: Primarily on-site at one of the many office locations (Savannah, Augusta, Charlotte, Columbia, Greenville, Nashville, Mount Pleasant, Chamblee, Buford, Durham, Birmingham, etc.). Condensed work schedules may be available. - **Benefits**: - Zero-premium dental and Rx insurance (if wellness criteria met). - Vision coverage, company-paid short- and long-term disability. - Gym membership reimbursement. - 401(k) with matching (50¢ on the $ up to 6%) plus profit sharing. - Generous paid time off (eligible upon hire) and 8 paid holidays. - Professional development: internal training, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education through Thomas & Hutton University. - **Recognition**: Zweig Group “Best Places to Work” multiple times; strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee well-being. ## Sources 1. [thomasandhutton.com](https://www.thomasandhutton.com/our-company/) – About the company, history, founders, mission 2. [thomasandhutton.com](https://www.thomasandhutton.com/) – Services overview 3. [thomasandhutton.com](https://www.thomasandhutton.com/join-our-team-orig/) – Careers page, culture, benefits, awards 4. [thomasandhutton.com](https://www.thomasandhutton.com/available-positions/) – Job openings list, office address 5. 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