Graduate Engineer I, Land Development

Halff; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

ESOP

HSA

529 College Savings Plan

FSA

Job summary

Halff is seeking New Graduates who will graduate in December 2026 or May 2027 for a Civil Engineer in our Land Development group, in Richardson, TX. This position will assist in the design and planning of land and site development projects, working as part of a design team under the direct supervision of a PE.

The role offers hands-on design experience, exposure to AutoCAD Civil3D, and collaboration with surveyors, architects, and contractors as part of Halff's Land Development practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Passed the FE exam.
• Texas EIT license or ability to obtain within 2 years of employment.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D.

Responsibilities

• Design civil engineering projects under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Assist in the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for Land Development projects.
• Perform drafting CAD work.
• Perform calculations and analysis for design projects.
• Assist in the preparation of permit applications and other regulatory documents.
• Coordinate with other team members, including surveyors, architects, and contractors.
• Attend meetings with clients and regulatory agencies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Halff is seeking New Graduates who will graduate in December 2026 or May 2027 for a Civil Engineer in our Land Development group, in Richardson, TX. This position will assist in the design/planning land and site development projects, working as part of a design team under the direct supervision of a PE.

What You Will Do

• Design civil engineering projects under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer
• Assist in the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for Land Development projects
• Perform drafting CAD work
• Perform calculations and analysis for design projects
• Assist in the preparation of permit applications and other regulatory documents
• Coordinate with other team members, including surveyors, architects, and contractors
• Attend meetings with clients and regulatory agencies

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Passed the FE exam
• Have a current Texas EIT license or the ability to obtain within 2 years of employment
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D

The Halff Land Development Advantage

• Our diverse and knowledgeable in-house staff can provide all of the services needed for land and site development projects.
• Our Quality Management Program is designed to achieve high-quality deliverables that meet the client’s expectations.
• Halff’s landscape architects also serve as valuable resources.

Learn more about Halff's Land Development services, check out some of our projects, and meet our team.

Halff's Land Development Services

• Due Diligence and Feasibility Studies
• Land Use and Development Phasing
• Master Plan Implementation
• Site Improvements
• Schematic Design
• Platting
• Infrastructure Development/Drainage
• Utility Design and Coordination
• Special Financing Districts/MUD/PUD/CDD/TIF/PID
• Sustainable Design/Low Impact/ESG
• Master Drainage Plans
• Lift Station Design
• Consult with Landscape Architect/Construction

Company Overview

Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed — and purposed — for people. Since 1950, we’ve been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality.

Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It’s no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America.

Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. You can view Halff's full complement of services here

Halff has over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Georgia, and Arizona. For a full list of our locations, click here

We Offer Excellent Benefits, Including But Not Limited To

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.

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