Early-Career Civil Engineer - Land Development (Hybrid)

VHB; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, hybrid work environment

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision, life

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

VHB is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our Land Development team in Watertown, MA. This role offers hybrid work, hands-on site design experience, and clear paths for growth within a collaborative East Coast network.

Ideal candidates bring 1–3+ years of land development experience, proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office, and an EIT/FE track or license. Coaching, training, and opportunities to work across disciplines are emphasized.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related degree.
• 1–3+ years of civil engineering experience (internship, co-op, or full-time) in land development or site design.
• EIT licensure or FE Exam preferred (or in progress).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with HydroCAD, WaterCAD, WaterGEMS is a plus.
• Experience developing site plans, construction documents, technical specifications, and engineering reports is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Develop site civil engineering plans and specifications for land development projects.
• Prepare site layouts, grading, drainage, utilities, erosion and sediment control using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Contribute to construction documents and engineering reports with high accuracy.
• Support stormwater management, utility design, and sustainable site design.
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and disciplines on integrated projects.
• Mentor junior staff on technical standards and best practices.
• Participate in professional organizations and business development as you grow.

Skills

Strong communication

Learning mindset

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Collaborative culture

Problem solving

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

EIT/FE exam preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MS Office

HydroCAD

WaterGEMS

BIM 360

Microsoft Project

Job description

VHB is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our Land Development team in Watertown, MA. This role offers hybrid work, hands-on site design experience, and clear paths for growth within a collaborative East Coast network.

Ideal candidates bring 1–3+ years of land development experience, proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office, and an EIT/FE track or license. Coaching, training, and opportunities to work across disciplines are emphasized.