Junior Civil Engineer: Site Development & Stormwater

Ardurra Group, Inc. in; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra is seeking an Entry-Level Civil Engineer in Allentown, PA to support site development, grading, drainage, and utility design. This role offers hands-on experience under supervision, with 0–2 years of experience preferred and EIT encouraged.

You will work with engineers and project teams on design, permitting, and development of civil site projects, gaining exposure to field inspections, documentation, and agency reviews in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
• EIT certification preferred, not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site layouts, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, erosion and sediment control plans, and stormwater management designs
• Perform site grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility calculations per regulations
• Conduct technical analyses, engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates
• Prepare and coordinate permit applications and assist with agency reviews
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, landscape architects, surveyors, contractors, and other engineers to meet objectives
• Review survey information, existing conditions, construction plans, and specs for accuracy
• Provide engineering support during construction, including RFIs and field inspections
• Ensure designs comply with zoning, standards, codes and regulations
• Assist with research and preparation of project specifications and reports

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer In Training (EIT) certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Ardurra is seeking an Entry-Level Civil Engineer in Allentown, PA to support site development, grading, drainage, and utility design. This role offers hands-on experience under supervision, with 0–2 years of experience preferred and EIT encouraged.

You will work with engineers and project teams on design, permitting, and development of civil site projects, gaining exposure to field inspections, documentation, and agency reviews in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.