Junior Design Engineer – Civil Land Development

InSite Engineering; Allendale, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

InSite Engineering, a multidisciplinary civil engineering firm in New Jersey, seeks a Junior Design Engineer. You will work with experienced engineers on land development projects, preparing plans and drawings and supporting permitting and project coordination.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates or early-career professionals with a civil engineering degree, 0–2 years of experience, and a willingness to learn under licensed professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience; internships/co-ops encouraged.
• EIT certification preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D preferred.
• MS Office proficiency; strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and design of land development projects (residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use).
• Prepare engineering and grading plans, utility layouts, stormwater designs, and construction details under licensed engineers.
• Develop drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D; research standards and regulations.
• Compile data, mapping, and site information to support planning and design.
• Participate in site visits, field investigations, and project meetings.
• Assist with permit applications, technical reports, calculations, and documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers and design teams to deliver on schedule.
• Support site plan and subdivision applications review.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Eagerness to learn

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

InSite Engineering, a multidisciplinary civil engineering firm in New Jersey, seeks a Junior Design Engineer. You will work with experienced engineers on land development projects, preparing plans and drawings and supporting permitting and project coordination.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates or early-career professionals with a civil engineering degree, 0–2 years of experience, and a willingness to learn under licensed professionals.