Civil Engineer - Land Development (Entry)

Position Summary

The Civil Engineer I supports the Land Development team in the planning, design, and delivery of residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects. This role is responsible for preparing engineering designs, technical documents, and permit applications while collaborating with project teams, clients, and regulatory agencies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically proficient, and eager to apply fundamental engineering principles to real-world land development projects.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with project team members and clients on land development projects under the direction of senior staff.
• Prepare preliminary and final site plans, engineering calculations, reports, permit applications, and supporting project documentation for review by senior staff.
• Assist with due diligence efforts, including site analysis, zoning reviews, utility evaluations, engineer’s opinions of probable cost, and project scheduling.
• Research and interpret local and state zoning ordinances, development regulations, and design standards.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations as required.
• Review survey data and existing site information, including legal descriptions, ALTA surveys, easement documents, and existing infrastructure conditions.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software to develop design plans and technical deliverables in accordance with company quality standards.
• Respond to agency and client review comments by revising plans and supporting project resubmittals.
• Assist senior staff with communication and coordination efforts involving clients, agencies, utility providers, and project stakeholders.
• Manage assigned tasks and workload effectively while communicating project needs, priorities, and schedule impacts to Project Managers and Directors.
• Apply sound engineering judgment and fundamental civil engineering principles to support project objectives.

Technical Skills

• AutoCAD Civil 3D: Proficient in drafting, data references, grading design, pipe networks, and preparation of technical construction documents.
• Bluebeam: Skilled in document review, markups, QA/QC processes, and Studio Sessions.
• Microsoft Office Suite: Proficient in Excel for data analysis and Word for technical reports and project documentation.
• Grading & Drainage Design: Understanding of grading, stormwater management, and drainage design principles.
• Utility Design: Knowledge of water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer system design and coordination.
• Quantity Takeoffs & Cost Estimating: Ability to develop accurate quantity calculations and support project budgeting efforts.
• Zoning & Design Standards: Familiarity with local and state development regulations and permitting requirements.
• ADA Compliance: Working knowledge of accessibility standards and design requirements.
• Entitlements & Permitting: Understanding of development review processes, permitting requirements, and regulatory approvals.
• Construction Administration: Familiarity with construction-phase support, field observations, and design verification.
• Shop Drawing Review: Ability to review submittals for conformance with project plans and specifications.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification or successful completion of the FE Exam preferred.
• 0–3 years of experience supporting site development, land development, or civil infrastructure projects.
• Internship or co-op experience in civil engineering or land development is a plus.

Disclaimer 

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

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