Civil Engineer - Land Development EIT (May 2027)

Sambatek, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

HSA and FSA options

Employer-paid disability coverage

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

Employee assistance program

Additional voluntary insurance options

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Sambatek, LLC in Raleigh, North Carolina is seeking a Project Engineer to support commercial land development from planning through construction. You will work with experienced engineers on site design, grading, utilities, and stormwater, gaining hands-on experience across project milestones.

This entry‑level role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, EIT preferred, and 0–3 years of experience. The position is on-site with flexible arrangements and offers hourly pay with overtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required or in progress.
• EIT certification is preferred for career progression.
• Experience with Civil 3D or site design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering fundamentals to prepare project documents at milestones.
• Assist with site design including layout, grading, utilities, and stormwater.
• Prepare plans from concept through construction documents.
• Coordinate design with clients, contractors, geotechnical consultants, surveyors.
• Review survey data and incorporate into designs.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and contribute to reports.
• Participate in project meetings to keep work moving forward.
• Learn and apply local, state, and industry standards to designs.
• Collaborate with engineers and surveyors to develop practical solutions.
• Grow technical and project management skills through mentorship.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification preferred

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Description

Sambatek, LLC is a professional services firm that specializes in civil engineering, planning, surveying, and environmental services. We serve public and private clients throughout the country with office locations in Minnesota and North Carolina. We embrace challenging projects and work hard to help our clients find success.

Summary

The Project Engineer position is a great opportunity to start your career with a team focused on commercial land development projects, typically ranging from 1–5 acres. Each week brings new opportunities to learn and solve problems related to site planning, grading, utility design, and stormwater management.

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and project managers, gaining exposure to projects from the early planning stages through construction. We’re looking for someone who is curious, eager to learn, and ready to grow their career while serving clients and working with a great group of coworkers.

• Work Location: On-site with flexible work arrangements
• Pay Rate Type: Hourly with overtime rate of 1.5x base pay for all hours worked over 40 in a week (Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications)
• Projected start date: May 2027

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering fundamentals to prepare complete and accurate project documents at key project milestones
• Assist with the design of commercial land development projects, including site layout, grading, utilities, and stormwater management
• Prepare a variety of plans and exhibits, from early concept drawings and preliminary designs through construction documents.
• Assist Project Managers with design coordination between clients, contractors, geotechnical consultants, surveyors, and other project disciplines
• Review survey and other project information and incorporate it into design plans
• Perform basic engineering calculations and assist with technical reports and project documentation
• Participate in project meetings and communicate with team members to help keep projects moving forward
• Learn and apply applicable local, state, and industry standards to project designs
• Work collaboratively with other engineers, surveyors, and project team members to develop practical solutions for clients.
• Grow your technical and project management skills through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and exposure to a variety of commercial projects

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred
• 0–3 years of experience in civil engineering, internships included
• Exposure to or coursework using Civil 3D; experience with grading and site design is a plus
• Interest in commercial land development and site design
• Basic understanding of grading, utilities, stormwater management, and erosion control concepts
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills
• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow professionally in a team‑based environment

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment
• Ability to occasionally move equipment/objects weighing up to 10 pounds

Benefit Information

Regular full‑time employees will have access to:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• HSA and FSA options
• Employer-paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits such as additional life insurance coverage, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement 401(k) plan with company match

Sambatek, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We select candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, and any other category protected by law.