Civil Project Engineer - Site Design

Orion Placement; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a civil site designer to execute site development docs for grading, drainage, and utilities in Birmingham, Alabama. You will prepare road and parking layouts, support permitting, and coordinate with surveyors and design professionals. The role requires 2+ years of civil site design and a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, with strong AutoCAD Civil 3D skills.

E.I.T. or P.E. credentials are a plus as you contribute to multi-project teams in a collaborative, growth-oriented

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil site design experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency required.
• E.I./E.I.T. preferred; P.E. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site development construction documents including grading, drainage, and utility plans.
• Develop design plans for roads, parking areas, and site layouts in compliance with agency standards.
• Support land planning, permitting, and hydrologic and hydraulic analyses.
• Prepare erosion and sediment control plans and stormwater management designs.
• Assist with engineering reports, cost estimates, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate design elements with surveyors, architects, and external stakeholders.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews and revise plans based on review comments.
• Support multiple projects at once under the direction of a Project Manager.
• Contribute to site development projects from early planning through final design and construction support.

Skills

Civil site design

Multitask coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

E.I. / E.I.T. preferred

P.E. preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

• Join a growing civil engineering firm working on meaningful site development and infrastructure projects
• Get hands‑on involvement in high-impact civil site development projects across grading, drainage, utilities, permitting, and site design
• Work closely with project managers, surveyors, architects, and design professionals in a collaborative environment
• Build your technical depth in site design while gaining exposure to projects from planning through construction
• Enjoy strong benefits, a team-oriented culture, and real room for long-term growth

Location: On-site in Birmingham, Alabama, with relocation open to discussion for the right candidate.

Note: Candidates must have 2+ years of civil site design experience, a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, and strong hands-on proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D to be considered. Candidates with an E.I./E.I.T. or P.E., a stronger background in grading, drainage, utilities, and permitting, and broader site development or land development experience will be prioritized.

About Us

We are a growing civil engineering firm focused on site development, transportation, aviation, and community-driven infrastructure work. Our team is passionate about designing practical, lasting solutions that support growth and improve the communities we serve. We offer a collaborative, family-oriented culture where people are valued, ideas are encouraged, and strong work is recognized. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Prepare site development construction documents including grading, drainage, and utility plans
• Develop design plans for roads, parking areas, and site layouts in compliance with agency standards
• Support land planning, permitting, and hydrologic and hydraulic analyses
• Prepare erosion and sediment control plans and stormwater management designs
• Assist with engineering reports, cost estimates, and technical specifications
• Coordinate design elements with surveyors, architects, and external stakeholders
• Participate in QA/QC reviews and revise plans based on review comments
• Support multiple projects at once under the direction of a Project Manager
• Contribute to site development projects from early planning through final design and construction support

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil site design experience (required)
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (required)
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required)
• Working knowledge of grading, drainage, utility design, and permitting standards
• Strong technical writing, organization, and problem-solving skills
• E.I. / E.I.T. preferred
• P.E. preferred but not required
• Stronger background in grading, drainage, utilities, and permitting preferred
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Family-oriented and collaborative culture
• Meaningful projects with visible impact on local communities
• Strong opportunity for technical development and career growth
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, company-paid life insurance, and disability coverage
• Paid time off, holidays, and additional time off between Christmas and New Year's