EIT III: Land Development Engineer in Knoxville

Pape-Dawson Engineers; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers is expanding into Knoxville, TN and seeking an EIT III to support the planning, design, and delivery of land development projects under a licensed Professional Engineer. This role allows you to grow technical expertise while collaborating with project managers, clients, public agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.

Join an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment where you can shape a new office, contribute to quality outcomes, and advance your career alongside one of the

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• At least 2 years of professional engineering experience.
• EIT/EI certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of design standards and applicable codes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design deliverables for land development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts.
• Analyze site constraints and evaluate design alternatives to meet client objectives and jurisdictional requirements.
• Develop permitting support materials and coordinate responses required for land development approvals.
• Perform engineering planning, design, and analysis tasks in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations, producing work that requires minimal revision.
• Prepare engineering calculations and technical deliverables such as memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates, clearly documenting assumptions and design decisions.
• Evaluate and compare design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and recommend appropriate solutions to support project objectives.
• Coordinate with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, and external stakeholders to support project delivery, with guidance as appropriate.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and designers to support team development and quality outcomes.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance practices to support accuracy, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Manage assigned tasks independently, meet deadlines, and demonstrate accountability for assigned portions of a project.

Skills

Engineering design

AutoCAD/Revit

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

EIT/EI certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Excel

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers is expanding into Knoxville, TN and seeking an EIT III to support the planning, design, and delivery of land development projects under a licensed Professional Engineer. This role allows you to grow technical expertise while collaborating with project managers, clients, public agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.

Join an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment where you can shape a new office, contribute to quality outcomes, and advance your career alongside one of the