Civil Design Engineer - Land Development

Bohler Engineering Group; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Training opportunities

Hands-on site design experience

Advancement path

Flexible culture

Job summary

Bohler Engineering Group in Fairfield, CT is seeking a Design Engineer to grow, tackle new challenges, and join a collaborative team shaping the future of land development across Southern Connecticut. You’ll support site design from concept to completion, working closely with engineers, project managers, and clients to create practical, buildable, and creative solutions.

Responsibilities include assisting with site layout, grading, utilities, and stormwater plans, conducting due diligence, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of site design experience.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and basic design principles.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in site layout, grading, utility and stormwater plans.
• Conduct research, prepare reports, and support due diligence.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to deliver coordinated designs.
• Perform design calculations and drafting with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Support permitting efforts with local and state agencies.
• Contribute ideas to solve engineering challenges.

Skills

Civil engineering fundamentals

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Design with purpose. Shape what's next in the Southern Connecticut.

You’ll work on complex site development projects that shape the growing communities while strengthening your technical expertise.

About the Role

Bohler’s Fairfield, CToffice is seeking a Design Engineer who’s ready to grow, take on new challenges, and be part of a collaborative team shaping the future of land development across Southern Connecticut.In this role, you’ll support site design projects from concept to completion, working closely with engineers, project managers, and clients to create practical, buildable, and creative solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the preparation of site layout, grading, utility, and stormwater management plans
• Conduct research, prepare reports, and support due diligence investigations
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other team members to deliver coordinated design packages
• Perform design calculations and drafting using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Support permitting efforts with local and state agencies
• Contribute ideas and enthusiasm to help solve engineering challenges

What We Offer

At Bohler, we empower the ambitious to become the accomplished. You’ll find:

• A supportive culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and learning
• Training and development opportunities that accelerate your growth
• Hands-on experience in all aspects of civil site design and permitting
• A clear path for advancement as you gain technical and professional expertise
• Support for your growth through mentorship, flexibility, and a sense of belonging, because your success is our success

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• 2+ years of site design experience across residential and/or commercial or industrial projects
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and basic engineering design principles
• Attention to detail and curiosity to learn new tools and methods
• Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills