Civil Design Engineer

Thompson & Litton Inc; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson & Litton Inc in Bristol, Tennessee is seeking an entry-level Civil Engineer responsible for assisting in engineering project proposals and site evaluations. Candidates should hold a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, with strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office tools. The position offers an opportunity to work on diverse projects in both public and private sectors.

Preferred qualifications include Engineer-in-Training designation and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, enabling the design of stormwater management and utility systems while ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills.
• Proficiency using MS Word and Excel.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing engineering project proposals.
• Review municipal zoning and development ordinances.
• Perform site visits and project research.
• Develop conceptual site layouts based on client objectives.
• Conduct grading design and earthwork analyses.
• Design erosion and sediment control systems.
• Design stormwater management systems.
• Perform calculations to meet regulations.
• Design utility systems.
• Prepare technical specifications.
• Prepare construction cost estimates.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in MS Excel

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Land development design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Job description

THOMPSON & LITTON, a multi‑disciplined firm with an established practice, which includes both public and private sector clientele, has an immediate opening for an entry level Civil Engineer. The candidate must be a graduate with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and preferably a licensed Engineer‑In‑Training or close to it. The candidate's background should include coursework focus in land development design. Experience with water and sewer systems design would be a plus.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assists in the preparation of engineering project proposals.
• Review of municipal zoning, development ordinances and applicable local, state and federal agency regulations to determine land development limitations.
• Performs site visits, research and due diligence on projects as required to provide the background information to start a new project.
• Development of conceptual site layouts based on client's objectives and results of due diligence work.
• Grading design and earthwork analyses to ensure proper drainage and value engineering is achieved by providing a balanced site.
• Erosion and Sediment Control design including preparation of narratives.
• Design of Stormwater Management Systems including Stormwater Conveyance Systems, Stormwater Storage Systems and Water Quality Best Management Practices.
• Performs supporting calculations to demonstrate designs meet all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
• Design of Utility Systems including sanitary sewer, water utility distribution systems, water and sewer pump stations, etc.
• Preparation of Technical Specifications.
• Preparation of Construction Cost Estimates based upon site plan drawings.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills.
• Proficiency using MS Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) designation.
• Strong Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Technical skills in the design of land development.