Engineer In Training - Land Development

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

Job summary

Pape-Dawson is expanding into Knoxville, TN, inviting an EIT III to help shape a brand-new office. You will support land development projects, collaborate with project managers, clients and agencies, and provide guidance to junior staff within an entrepreneurial environment.

The role focuses on planning, design, analysis, and delivery under a licensed engineer’s guidance, with office-based work and occasional field visits to support project objectives.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply established engineering principles to moderately complex assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with engineering software and tools.
• Willingness to work in an office setting with periodic field visits.
• Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative work with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design deliverables for land development projects (grading, drainage, utilities).
• Analyze site constraints and evaluate design alternatives to meet objectives and codes.
• Develop permitting materials and coordinate responses for approvals.
• Perform planning, design and analysis with applicable codes and regulations.
• Prepare calculations, memos, drawings and cost estimates with clear decisions.
• Mentor junior staff and support project quality and delivery.
• Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to support delivery.
• Support quality control and assurance practices to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Engineering software

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Job description

Pape-Dawson is expanding into Knoxville, TN and this is a unique opportunity to help shape a brand-new office from the ground up. Our Knoxville team will focus on growing a strong land development practice, building lasting client relationships, and establishing Pape-Dawson’s presence across the region. Join an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment where you can make an immediate impact, help build a high-performing team, and grow your career alongside one of the nation’s leading engineering firms.

The EIT III supports the planning, design, analysis, and delivery of engineering land development projects under the guidance of a licensed Professional Engineer. This role applies growing technical experience and problem-solving skills to moderately complex assignments while collaborating with project managers, clients, public agencies, and multidisciplinary teams. The EIT III may also provide technical guidance to junior staff, helping support project quality, team development, and successful delivery.

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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional engineering experience performing progressively responsible engineering work.
• Working knowledge of engineering principles, design standards, and applicable codes and regulations relevant to assigned service areas.
• Ability to apply established engineering practices and exercise sound judgment on moderately complex assignments.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external agencies.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and work under general supervision.
• Willingness to work primarily in an office environment with periodic field work, site visits, meetings, or agency coordination as required.
• Ability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with overtime as needed