Engineer II, Land Development: Build a Knoxville Office

Pape-Dawson; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson is expanding in Knoxville, TN, hiring an EIT II to support civil site development projects from planning to delivery. You will work under licensed engineers, collaborating with project managers, clients, and agencies to meet deadlines and quality expectations.

The role emphasizes growing technical skills, coordinating across disciplines, and contributing to a high-performing team in a leading civil engineering firm with regional impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) certification preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of design principles, codes, and standards.
• Proficiency with common engineering software and drafting tools.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support design and preparation of civil site development plans for varied projects.
• Perform site layout, earthwork calculations, and stormwater analyses.
• Assist with reports, exhibits, and permitting documentation.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies for permitting and compliance.
• Assist in planning and design under guidance of senior engineers.
• Prepare calculations and design deliverables using software and drafting tools.
• Coordinate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Communicate technical information clearly in writing and drawings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Drafting tools

Engineering software

Job description

Pape-Dawson is expanding in Knoxville, TN, hiring an EIT II to support civil site development projects from planning to delivery. You will work under licensed engineers, collaborating with project managers, clients, and agencies to meet deadlines and quality expectations.

The role emphasizes growing technical skills, coordinating across disciplines, and contributing to a high-performing team in a leading civil engineering firm with regional impact.