Land Development Civil Engineer - Entry Level

ZipRecruiter; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving employee-owned engineering firm as a Civil Engineer I in Fredericksburg, Texas. You will engage in impactful civil projects that improve community infrastructure while receiving hands-on training and support for your career development. Ideal for 2025 graduates looking for a collaborative environment focused on progress and innovation.

Benefits

100% employee-owned

Career development through continued education

Flexible holidays

Paid Family Leave

Qualifications

• Must graduate with a bachelor's in civil engineering by spring 2025.
• Basic skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar civil design software.
• Ability to travel for team meetings and client consultations.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and design of municipal infrastructure for roadways and water distribution.
• Assist in project design from conceptual ideas to construction.
• Serve as a Field Engineer during construction of various projects.

Skills

Communication

Municipal Land Development

Civil Design Software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

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Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us.

You belong at SEH

We are currently searching for a talented Civil Engineer I to join and grow with our Civil team, in the Fredericksburg Texas area! We are eager to engage with 2025 Spring graduates now and move forward with the ideal candidate to start in May/June 2025 at the soonest.

Your options as a civil engineer are endless at SEH. You’ll engineer better communities -- complete streets, safer sidewalks, more sustainable utilities, and trails and parks. Others specialize in large-scale projects, like flood control facilities, dams, landfills, harbors/marinas, structural retaining walls and larger geotechnical projects. Regardless of the project, you’ll have your hands in the mix through all phases of a project: planning, pre-design, design, contract documentation, bidding and construction. As people walk, drive, bike or commute through a community or across a landscape, your expertise is positively impacting their daily lives.

Why our employee-owners love SEH:

• “SEH has given me the opportunity to learn on the job, while also supporting me as I earn a degree that will grow my career.” – Land Surveyor
• “I Joined SEH a year ago right after college. Looking forward to many years to come!” – Civil Engineer
• "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer
• "We all have a voice in the company's decision-making processes, creating a more inclusive and empowered work environment." – Sr Transportation Planner

Why you’ll love SEH:

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

This Opportunity:

• Hands on training for a 2025 Civil Engineer Graduate
• Developing Conceptual Project ideas and layouts
• Project Design and implementation to Construction
• Fostering and starting to build strong client relationships
• Provide analysis and design of municipal and private infrastructure for roadways, site improvements, water distribution, and sewer collection pipelines
• Design responsibilities will include layout, grading, plan and profile, and details.
• This position may also serve as a Field Engineer during construction of various projects.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• Ability to travel as needed for team meetings, client consultations, on-site inspections/visits, etc. Occasional overnight travel will be required
• Basic skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar civil design software
• Ability to drive in to the Fredericksburg, TX area as needed for office visits or construction oversite
• Graduating with a bachelor's in civil in the spring of 2025
• Interest in Civil Municipal and Land Development Projects

Qualifications:

• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience working on Municipal or Land Development projects

Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $70,000 and $85,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at, SEH Hiring Journey

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to , , , , , or expression, , , or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

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