Civil Engineering Specialist

STV Incorporated; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Back-Up Dependent Care

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Job summary

STV Incorporated in Philadelphia or Douglassville, PA, seeks a Civil Engineering Specialist to contribute to a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, public-sector, educational, and transportation projects.

You will support planning, design, permitting, and construction of site and land development from concept through completion, working with experienced engineers and PMs to deliver integrated design solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
• 1–3 years of relevant civil engineering or land development experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design software.
• Knowledge of site design, grading, utility layouts, stormwater management, and erosion & sediment control.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting requirements and applicable engineering standards.
• Strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and production of civil engineering plans for land development and site improvement projects.
• Prepare construction documents, permit applications, technical reports, calculations, and supporting design documentation.
• Develop site grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility, and erosion & sediment control designs.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare site layouts, construction drawings, and engineering models.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Support project permitting efforts and coordinate with regulatory agencies and local jurisdictions.
• Review contractor RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals during construction.
• Assist with construction administration and field observation activities as required.
• Support project schedules, budgets, and quality control processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

STV is seeking a Civil Engineering Specialist to join our Buildings team in Philadelphia or Douglassville, Pennsylvania. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career civil engineer to contribute to a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, public-sector, educational, and transportation-related projects.

Working alongside experienced engineers and project managers, you will support the planning, design, permitting, and construction of site and land development projects from concept through completion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and production of civil engineering plans for land development and site improvement projects.
• Prepare construction documents, permit applications, technical reports, calculations, and supporting design documentation.
• Develop site grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility, and erosion & sediment control designs.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare site layouts, construction drawings, and engineering models.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Support project permitting efforts and coordinate with regulatory agencies and local jurisdictions.
• Review contractor RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals during construction.
• Assist with construction administration and field observation activities as required.
• Support project schedules, budgets, and quality control processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.

• 1-3 years of relevant civil engineering or land development experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design software.
• Knowledge of site design, grading, utility layouts, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control principles.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting requirements and applicable engineering standards.
• Strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Why Join STV?

At STV, you'll work alongside industry-leading professionals on impactful projects that shape communities and improve infrastructure. We offer opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, technical development, and career advancement while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Join STV and help deliver the next generation of site and infrastructure solutions across the region.

Benefits

STV offers the following benefits:

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

Compensation

BizChat Compensation Range: $75,656.68 - $86,464.77

EEO Statement

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and certifications.

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We're also committed to delivering formative career experiences - and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm.

We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations.

Learn more at stvinc.com.

STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more.