Civil Design Engineer - Land Development (Mentorship)

gpac; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Professional development and training

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Civil Design Engineer with land development experience to support residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects from early planning through final design, collaborating with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams to develop practical engineering solutions.

The role requires preparing site development plans, grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater systems, using AutoCAD Civil 3D, and coordinating with PMs and permitting bodies for approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in civil site design or land development.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with residential, commercial, or industrial development projects.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site development plans including grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater.
• Assist with feasibility studies, due diligence research, and technical reports.
• Develop engineering calculations and construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, clients, and permitting agencies to keep projects moving forward.
• Support local and state permitting efforts and regulatory approvals.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute creative solutions to engineering challenges.
• Maintain quality, accuracy, and attention to detail throughout the design process.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

gpac is seeking a Civil Design Engineer with land development experience to support residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects from early planning through final design, collaborating with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams to develop practical engineering solutions.

The role requires preparing site development plans, grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater systems, using AutoCAD Civil 3D, and coordinating with PMs and permitting bodies for approvals.