Ecological Engineer

Jobtailor; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking an Environmental Engineer to lead field assessments, stream surveys, and ecological restoration design using AutoCAD Civil 3D. You will develop construction plans, cost estimates, and support permitting while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Engineering (ecological/environmental preferred) and have or be able to obtain a PE license within six months; experience with Natural Channel Design, Stage 0, fluvial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ecological/environmental preferred)
• PE license or the ability to obtain one within six months
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop design plans and construction drawings
• Strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct field assessments, stream surveys, monitoring, and site investigations
• Develop restoration and ecological engineering designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Create construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Support environmental permitting efforts and regulatory coordination
• Assist with project proposals, scopes, budgets, and conceptual plans
• Participate in construction oversight and implementation activities
• Interpret field data and prepare technical reports
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support project managers in delivering projects on time and on budget

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Ecological or Environmental Engineering preferred)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conducting field assessments, stream surveys, monitoring, and site investigations
• Developing restoration and ecological engineering designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Creating construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Supporting environmental permitting efforts and regulatory coordination
• Assisting with project proposals, scopes, budgets, and conceptual plans
• Participating in construction oversight and implementation activities
• Interpreting field data and preparing technical reports
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and supporting project managers in delivering successful projects on time and on budget

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Ecological or Environmental Engineering preferred)
• Experience or training in ecological restoration practices such as: Natural Channel Design, Stage 0 Stream Design, Fluvial Geomorphology, Nature-Based Shoreline Design, Similar restoration-focused methodologies
• A Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one within six months
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop design plans and construction drawings
• Strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills
• A passion for problem-solving, innovation, and environmental stewardship.