Job Title : Civil Engineer / Civil Design Engineer
Duration : Full Time
Visa Status : USC / GC
Location : Marstons Mills, MA 02648
Salary : $90,000
Position Overview
The Civil Engineer / Civil Design Engineer will be a hands-on, production-oriented member of STE's multidisciplinary team, working closely with Project Managers, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, environmental professionals and field crews. The primary focus of this role is civil engineering design and plan production - turning survey data, field information and engineering concepts into accurate, coordinated and permit-ready plans and deliverables. Responsibilities will include AutoCAD/Civil 3D drafting and design, survey-based plan production, site planning and grading, stormwater and drainage design, utility and wastewater design, permitting plans and construction documents. This is an excellent opportunity for an early- to mid-career civil engineer with practical industry experience who enjoys the technical/design side of the profession and wants significant hands-on exposure, mentorship and a clear path toward increased engineering and project management responsibility.
Civil Engineering Design & Production
- Prepare and revise civil engineering plans and construction documents using AutoCAD/Civil 3D
- Develop site plans, grading plans, drainage plans, utility plans, profiles, details and other technical drawings
- Perform stormwater management, drainage and hydrologic calculations using HydroCAD or comparable software
- Assist with wastewater system design and documentation
- Support roadway, driveway, access and utility design
- Prepare engineering calculations, technical exhibits and supporting documentation
- Translate engineering concepts and PM direction into accurate, coordinated plan sets
- Maintain drawing standards, file organization and production quality throughout the design process
Survey & Existing Conditions Plan Production
- Process and incorporate survey field data into existing conditions and engineered site plans
- Prepare survey-based base plans for use by engineering and environmental teams
- Draft topographic information, property boundaries, easements, utilities and other surveyed site features under appropriate professional supervision
- Coordinate with Professional Land Surveyors and field crews to resolve data questions and ensure accurate plan production
- Support preparation and revisions of as-built and record plans
Stormwater, Site & Land Development Design
- Assist with site layout, grading and earthwork design
- Prepare stormwater management calculations, drainage designs and supporting exhibits
- Assist with erosion and sediment control plans and construction phase requirements
- Support feasibility studies and conceptual site planning
- Assist senior engineers and Project Managers with technical analysis and design alternatives
Permitting & Regulatory Coordination
- Prepare plans, exhibits and technical materials supporting municipal, state and environmental permitting
- Assist with responses to municipal, regulatory and peer-review comments
- Coordinate plan revisions following client, agency and internal review
- Work closely with STE's environmental and permitting team to ensure plans reflect applicable resource areas and regulatory requirements
- Participate in site visits, field investigations and municipal meetings as appropriate
Professional Development
- Develop increasingly independent civil engineering capabilities under the mentorship of experienced engineers
- Pursue E.I.T. certification (if not already) and eventual Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure
- Grow toward increased project coordination and Project Management responsibilities based on capability and interest
Example Project Types
- Residential and commercial land development
- Subdivisions and redevelopment projects
- Municipal and public infrastructure
- Site planning and permitting
- Stormwater and drainage design
- Wastewater and septic systems
- Coastal and waterfront projects
- Trails, parks and recreational facilities
- Environmental restoration and resiliency projects
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred
- Approximately 2+ years of relevant civil engineering, design or land development experience preferred
- E.I.T. certification preferred
- Demonstrated AutoCAD experience; Civil 3D proficiency strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of site grading, drainage/stormwater and land development design
- Familiarity with Massachusetts permitting and land development processes is a plus
- Ability to read and interpret surveys, engineering plans and technical documentation
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, high quality production
- Organized, reliable and able to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
- Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions, learn and collaborate across disciplines