Civil Design Engineer

Kate on Conservation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company  匹

Employee ownership

Discounted stock purchase options

Group health plan

Employee referral bonus program

Career development support

The Davey Tree Family Scholarship

Charitable matching gift program

Job summary

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc. (a Davey company) seeks an entry-level to mid-level Design Engineer for its Richmond, Virginia office. The role involves developing grading plans, erosion control plans, stormwater management plans, and stormwater pollution prevention plans.

You will design site layouts, perform design calculations, and assist a Team Lead on higher education and energy sector projects, collaborating with the team to meet schedules and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• At least 1 year of site/civil experience.
• Knowledge of Virginia codes/regulations; interpreting plans; designing stormwater facilities; site grading; land-disturbance permitting.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in site/civil design, hydrology and hydraulics, erosion and sedimentation control, and stormwater management.
• Design and create site layout plans in alignment with client requirements and WSSI standards.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop concept plans, grading plans, and site designs.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project scope, schedule, and deliverables in accordance with established metrics.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Position Overview

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking an entry-level to mid-level Design Engineer for its Richmond, Virginia office. The Site/Civil Design Engineer will develop plans, perform design calculations, and assist a Team Lead with site/civil land development engineering projects in the higher education and energy sectors. The role includes developing grading plans, erosion control plans, stormwater management plans, and stormwater pollution prevention plans.

Job Duties

• Provide technical expertise in site/civil design, hydrology and hydraulics, erosion and sedimentation control, and stormwater management.
• Design and create site layout plans in alignment with client requirements and WSSI standards.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop concept plans, grading plans, and site designs.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project scope, schedule, and deliverables in accordance with established metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• At least 1 year of site/civil experience.
• Some experience with Virginia codes and regulations, interpreting plans, designing stormwater facilities, site grading, and land-disturbance permitting.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and provide excellent customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational, time-management, attention-to-detail, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to offer constructive feedback and direction in support of goals.

What We Offer

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Job-specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Employee ownership and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group health plan.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Career development supported by industry safety specialists and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

Listed benefits are available to eligible employees.

About the Company

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc. provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial, and environmental partners in the United States and Canada.

This is a permanent, full-time position with no travel expectations. The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made as required by law.