Civil Engineering Graduate — Design, Permitting & Collaboration

Pape-Dawson Engineers; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision and lifeinsurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with 10% employer match

Overtime pay for eligible salaried

Annual salary review and bonus

Tuition and gym reimbursements

Parental leave

Flexible work environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Knoxville, TN is seeking a full-time Civil Graduate to contribute to design, analysis, and implementation of projects within a civil engineering team. The role includes assisting in technical design, project coordination, and ensuring compliance under a licensed P.E.

guidance. The position emphasizes support across grading, drainage, and utilities, with opportunities to work on commercial, residential, and site development projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months from start date.
• Internship experience with civil design firm is beneficial.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Assist design and preparation of plans for site development projects, focusing on grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Analyze design alternatives to address site constraints and meet client objectives.
• Collaborate on permitting and regulatory compliance for site development projects.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation using MS Office Suite.
• Direct and review the work of engineering technicians to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to develop engineering solutions.
• Additional related duties as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Knoxville, TN is seeking a full-time Civil Graduate to contribute to design, analysis, and implementation of projects within a civil engineering team. The role includes assisting in technical design, project coordination, and ensuring compliance under a licensed P.E.

guidance. The position emphasizes support across grading, drainage, and utilities, with opportunities to work on commercial, residential, and site development projects.