Engineering Technician
About the job
- High school diploma or technical school training in computer-aided drafting or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience using CADD in an engineering environment
- Demonstrated experience working on land development projects using Autodesk Civil 3D
- Advanced knowledge of CADD and related design tools
- Strong understanding of company graphic standards and drafting procedures
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills and ability to meet project deadlines
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Prepare construction plans, exhibits, and reports for civil engineering projects including land development, roadways, water, and sewer
- Develop and revise detailed drawings using Autodesk Civil 3D in accordance with company standards
- Perform routine to moderately complex design calculations and assist with data collection for engineering analyses
- Prepare quantity take-offs and opinions of probable construction cost
- Assist in the preparation of project specifications, permit applications, and bid packages
- Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other technicians to support project delivery
- Ensure work is completed within project schedules and budgets
- Apply company CADD standards and contribute to maintaining and improving graphic standards
- Communicate project status and progress updates to project managers
- Participate in project meetings with internal teams and occasionally with clients, agencies, or contractors
About the company
Thomas & Hutton is an engineering and planning consultancy that helps public agencies and private clients develop land and infrastructure across the Southeast. Its services include civil and environmental engineering, water and wastewater systems, transportation, structural and marine engineering, surveying, land planning, and geographic information systems. Teams evaluate sites, prepare plans, support permitting, and provide construction administration for residential, commercial, industrial, and public projects. The firm brings engineers, surveyors, planners, and design specialists together to address technical and community requirements. Founded in 1946, Thomas & Hutton is headquartered in Savannah, Georgia.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Savannah, GA
Founded
1946
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- One office role keeps Friday afternoons free: the Nashville administrative schedule ends before noon.
- Interns learn directly from practitioners: its Chamblee civil-design internship offers mentorship from experienced engineers and designers.
- An organized volunteer program supports community involvement: T&H Helping Hands connects employees with nonprofit service projects.
What critics are saying
- Internship applicants need existing work authorization: the advertised Chamblee placement does not provide sponsorship.
- Survey fieldwork is physically demanding: its Durham instrument-operator role requires varied-terrain walking and lifting up to 75 pounds.
- Field schedules extend when needed: the same survey role starts at 6:30 a.m. and requires willingness to work overtime.
What makes Thomas & Hutton unique
- Ownership stays with employees: its current recruiting materials describe Thomas & Hutton as a private employee-owned firm.
- Its GIS team built a mapping platform: Latapult centralizes parcel, environmental, demographic, geospatial, and topographic information.
- Engineering extends into funding support: the firm prepares technical reports for grant applications and tracks post-award compliance.
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