Associate Civil Engineer: Municipal Design & Permitting

Mannik Smith Group; Neptune Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group in Neptune, NJ, seeks an Associate Civil Engineer to contribute to land development and municipal projects, focusing on design, drafting, and permitting. Collaborative work across disciplines is emphasized, with a path to professional licensure.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree, 2–5 years of design experience, and EIT certification; PE is a plus or willingness to obtain it. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 2–5 years of civil engineering design experience, preferably in land development or municipal projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other relevant engineering software; knowledge of stormwater management software is a plus.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Design civil engineering plans including site layouts, grading, drainage, utilities, and roadways using CAD software (AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Prepare and submit permit applications to local, state, and federal agencies, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers, surveyors, and other disciplines to deliver client-focused solutions.
• Create engineering reports, feasibility studies, and calculations to support design decisions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Stormwater software

Job description

Mannik Smith Group in Neptune, NJ, seeks an Associate Civil Engineer to contribute to land development and municipal projects, focusing on design, drafting, and permitting. Collaborative work across disciplines is emphasized, with a path to professional licensure.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree, 2–5 years of design experience, and EIT certification; PE is a plus or willingness to obtain it. Competitive compensation is offered.