Land Development Engineer

Bounty Hunter World; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Land Development Engineer to lead a dynamic team of civil engineers and designers. This role involves overseeing the technical design for various land development projects, including schools and commercial sites. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills and experience in sustainable design, utility design, and stormwater management. You will be responsible for preparing engineering analyses, collaborating with stakeholders, and mentoring junior staff. Join this innovative firm and make a significant impact on community development while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil engineering experience required.
• Experience in land development projects and permitting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams in preparing drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Evaluate land use and zoning requirements; manage permit applications.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Land Development

Sustainable Design

Utility Design

Stormwater Management

Design Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Office 360 (Excel, Word)

Job description

Position Overview

The Land Development Engineer leads the technical design for an interdisciplinary team of civil engineers, project planners, and CAD designers.

This role reports directly to the Director of the Land Development Department.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates are engineers or designers with high technical competency, experienced in land development projects, sustainable design, utility design, and stormwater management.

Experience with design and permitting for development projects, including schools, institutional, and commercial/retail projects, is preferred.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (Required)
• Experience: Civil engineering – 5 years (Required)
• Language: English (Required)
• Minimum of 3 years of design experience on land development projects
• K-12 site design experience is a plus
• Proficiency with Civil 3D and Office 360 products (Excel, Word, etc.)

Typical Duties

• Lead a team in preparing project drawings, calculations, and specifications
• Prepare engineering analyses, designs, calculations, and reports
• Evaluate land use and zoning requirements; familiar with zoning ordinances and site plan approval processes
• Prepare permit applications and manage agency review processes to obtain approvals
• Conduct site visits during construction to assess progress and quality
• Collaborate with owners, architects, landscape architects, trades, and contractors
• Mentor and train junior staff

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Willingness to:

• Work in an office environment
• Attend client meetings and travel as needed
• Perform site visits

Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.