Civil Design Engineer

LDC Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off + paid holidays

Professional development and career...

Competitive salary + performance-based

Job summary

LDC, Inc. designs land development projects from concept to construction, offering a path to grow as a Civil Design Engineer in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

You will design site developments, grading, utilities, and stormwater systems, coordinate with project managers and engineers, and contribute to deliverables while expanding your technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering.
• Three (3) or more years of civil engineering design experience.
• Site development experience preferred.
• EIT certificate required.
• Continued progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site grading, roadway, utility, stormwater, and site development designs.
• Perform stormwater conveyance, quantity, and quality modeling.
• Design sanitary sewer, water, and stormwater conveyance systems.
• Prepare erosion and sediment control (TESC) plans.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical memoranda, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate engineering designs with survey, planning, permitting, and other project disciplines.
• Review engineering plans and supporting documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate resulting comments into project deliverables.
• Maintain organized electronic project files in accordance with company standards.
• Occasionally visit project sites to observe construction progress and verify conformance with plans and specifications.

Skills

Site grading

Roadway design

Stormwater modeling

Water/wastewater design

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering

EIT certificate

Continued progress toward PE licensure

Job description

Job Description

Design Projects. Build Skills. Deliver Quality.At LDC, Inc., you will contribute to land development projects from early design through construction while developing your technical expertise and working alongside experienced engineers and project managers. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality designs that support our commitment to

Service Above the Standard

For over 23 years, LDC has delivered high-quality civil engineering solutions across the Pacific Northwest. As we continue to grow, we are looking for motivated engineers who take pride in their work, value collaboration, and want to build a strong foundation for their career.

Positive OverviewThe

Civil Design Engineer

performs design and technical work for residential, commercial, public, and utility infrastructure projects. This position applies engineering principles to develop calculations, plans, specifications, reports, and construction documents while coordinating with project managers, principal engineers, and other technical staff.

Reports to: President with direct supervision from Principal Engineer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare site grading, roadway, utility, stormwater, and site development designs.
• Perform stormwater conveyance, quantity, and quality modeling.
• Design sanitary sewer, water, and stormwater conveyance systems.
• Prepare erosion and sediment control (TESC) plans.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical memoranda, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate engineering designs with survey, planning, permitting, and other project disciplines.
• Review engineering plans and supporting documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate resulting comments into project deliverables.
• Maintain organized electronic project files in accordance with company standards.
• Occasionally visit project sites to observe construction progress and verify conformance with plans and specifications.

Project Support

• Coordinate assigned work with project managers and other technical staff.
• Assist with scheduling and achievement of established milestones.
• Support budget objectives through efficient completion of assigned work.
• Communicate work status and identify potential schedule or technical issues.

Professional Development

• Expand engineering expertise through increasingly complex assignments.
• Participate in professional and industry organizations.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to Civil EITs as appropriate.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills and Specifications

• Applies sound engineering judgment and solution-oriented problem-solving skills.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable engineering codes, regulations, and design standards.
• Produces accurate, high-quality engineering documents.
• Demonstrates proficiency in applicable engineering design software.
• Uses Microsoft Office Suite effectively.

Attributes

• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates accountability for assigned work, deadlines, and work quality.
• Maintains attention to detail, organization, and reliable follow-through.
• Manages time effectively to meet deadlines and assigned priorities.
• Adapts effectively to changing priorities and workload demands.
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Builds and maintains positive professional relationships with clients, coworkers, and project partners.
• Takes initiative in carrying out assigned responsibilities and identifying appropriate next steps.
• Protects sensitive company, client, and project information and maintains appropriate confidentiality.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering.
• Three (3) or more years of civil engineering design experience.
• Site development experience preferred.
• EIT certificate required.
• Continued progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is expected.

Physical Considerations

• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer, printer, copier, and telephone.
• Ability to perform repetitive, fine hand and arm movements associated with computer use and document handling.
• Ability to occasionally travel to project sites, client meetings, and jurisdictional offices.
• Ability to traverse active construction sites while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Generous paid time off + paid holidays
• Professional development and career advancement support

Why LDC

• You are trusted to take ownership of your design work and technical decisions
• You contribute to real projects that move from concept through construction
• You gain exposure to multiple project types and disciplines
• You work directly with experienced project managers and engineers
• You have a clear path toward technical leadership and project management