Entry Level Civil Engineer

Colliers Engineering & Design; Holmdel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 79,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Engineering Designer with 0-2 years of experience in Holmdel, NJ. The role focuses on civil/site development, including feasibility, grading, stormwater, and utility design, using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

EIT is preferred and collaboration with multiple disciplines is required. The position involves preparing drawings, analyses, and reports, ensuring accuracy, and supporting permitting activities within a team that values growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 0-2+ years of experience in site/civil land development.
• EIT preferred.
• Knowledge of local land use processes and regulations.
• Proficiency in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and site development designs.
• Civil 3D skills with ability to design site layouts from concept to completion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings, plans, and project specifications.
• Prepare hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, grading plans, street improvements, utilities and specifications.
• Ensure technical accuracy and compliance with standard engineering practices.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines.
• Assist in performing basic stormwater calculations and reporting.
• Plot and assemble civil engineering plans and reports.
• Assist other departments with engineering and technical support needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

EIT

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Engineering Designer with 0-2 years of experience for our Civil/Site team in Holmdel, NJ! You will play a key role in the design and development of solar, residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use land development projects. Responsibilities include site feasibility and conceptual planning, stormwater management, grading, drainage, utility design, erosion and sediment control, and permitting. As an Engineering Designer (E.I.T.) you may also conduct permitting research, due diligence, write specifications and reports. Our Engineering Designers will work within Autocad Civil 3D and alongside the design team managers, and other Disciplines, to successfully complete projects within established budgets and deadlines.

Join our Civil/Site team and grow your career alongside industry-leading experts, with access to specialized training programs and professional development opportunities designed to accelerate your success. At Colliers Engineering & Design, we take pride in shaping the communities where we live and work. Our projects span solar energy, residential neighborhoods, commercial developments, industrial facilities, and mixed-use spaces-creating sustainable and impactful designs that support future growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings, plans, and project specifications.
• Prepare hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, grading plans, street improvements, utilities and specifications.
• Ensure technical accuracy, compliance with standard engineering practices, and proper documentation of all plans, reports, and design documents.
• Identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and propose solutions, with guidance from senior engineers and project managers.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines to ensure seamless project execution.
• Assist in performing basic stormwater calculations and reporting.
• Plot and assemble civil engineering plans and reports.
• Assist other departments with engineering and technical support needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 0-2+ years of experience in site/civil land development or related engineering fields.
• EIT preferred.
• Knowledge of local city, county and state land use processes and regulations.
• Proficiency in technical skills in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs.
• Demonstrated Civil 3D skills with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.
• Ability to interact well with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to work independently, as well as, in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Salary: $79,420 - $93,280 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.