Civil Site Designer/Engineer

Kleinfelder; New Castle (DE); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Civil Site Designer/Engineer for a hybrid role in Dover or New Castle, DE. You will work on multi-disciplinary civil/site design projects, using Civil 3D to develop construction plans and coordinate with civil engineers for high-quality project delivery.

Ideal candidates have a civil engineering degree, 2+ years of experience, and an EI/EIT license, with proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D. This role offers collaboration across offices and a path for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• EI or EIT license required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing Civil 3D software to create construction plans, alignments, profiles, and grading features.
• Collaborating with project teams to develop and refine engineering designs.
• Designing site layouts, stormwater management systems, grading plans, and infrastructure.
• Leading project meetings to ensure deadlines and budgets are met.
• Ensuring compliance with client and internal design standards and procedures.
• Applying innovative solutions to meet project needs.
• Developing expertise in site/civil design and supporting firm growth.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

EI or EIT license

Job description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.

Step into Your New Role

As a motivated and skilled Civil Site Designer/Engineer joining our rapidly growing team, you will be working on innovative, multi-disciplinary civil/site design projects, federal design projects and planning efforts throughout the Delaware area. You will have the opportunity to be a key member of our multi-disciplinary team, utilizing Civil 3D software to develop engineered construction plans, collaborate with civil engineers, and contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality projects. This hybrid position is available in our Dover or New Castle, DE offices.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing Civil 3D Software: Creating construction plans, alignments, profiles, and grading features to produce engineered designs.
• Collaborating with Project Teams: Working alongside civil engineers, project leaders, and other team members to develop and refine engineering designs.
• Design and Planning: Designing site layouts, stormwater management systems, grading plans, and infrastructure for both private and public‑sector clients.
• Project Coordination: Leading project meetings with internal staff, clients, and agencies to ensure projects meet deadlines, budgets, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring Compliance: Following client and internal design standards and procedures to deliver high‑quality, accurate designs.
• Problem Solving and Innovation: Applying creative and innovative solutions to meet the engineering needs of each project.
• Career Growth: Developing expertise in the site/civil design field while contributing to the firm’s ongoing growth and success in the market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Engineering Intern (EI) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) license required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:

Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross‑disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem‑solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity.

Benefits:

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development:

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)