Land Development Engineer

KLM Careers; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is seeking a qualified Land Development Engineer in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The ideal candidate will lead technical design for projects, ensuring compliance with zoning ordinances and permitting processes. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in civil engineering, particularly in land development. Proficiency in Civil 3D and Office 360 tools is essential. This position requires attending client meetings and performing site visits as necessary.

Qualifications

• 5 years of civil engineering experience is required.
• Minimum 3 years of design experience on land development projects.
• Proficient in using Civil 3D and Office 360 products.

Responsibilities

• Leads the preparation of project drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Evaluates land use and zoning requirements.
• Prepares permit applications and interacts with agencies.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Proficiency with Civil 3D

Proficiency with Office 360

Design experience on land development projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Excel

Word

Job description

• In this position, the Land Development Engineer leads the technical design for an interdisciplinary team of civil engineers, project planners, and CAD designers.
• This position reports directly to the Director of the Land Development Department.
• Candidates should be engineers or designers with a high technical competency experienced in land development projects, sustainable design, utility design, and stormwater management design.
• The ideal candidate is experienced with the unique requirements of design and permitting for development projects, including schools and other institutional projects, and commercial/retail projects.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: Civil engineering: 5 years (Required)
• Minimum 3 years of design experience on land development projects
• Proficiency with Civil 3D and Office 360 products (Excel, Word, etc.)

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Leads a team in the preparation of project drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Prepares engineering analysis, design, calculations, and reports
• Evaluates land use and zoning requirements and is familiar with zoning ordinances and site plan approval processes.
• Prepares permit applications and is responsible for working through agency review processes and obtaining approvals.
• Makes occasional site visits during the construction phase of the work to assess progress and quality of construction.
• Works with dynamic design teams including the owner/developer, architects, landscape architects, engineering trades, and contractors.
• Provides mentorship and training for junior staff

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Individuals must be willing to:

• Work in an office environment
• Attend client meetings and travel by car and/or plane if the project requires it
• Perform project site visits
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Companies ATS Questions)

1. Do you have Education: Bachelors (Required)

2. Do you have Experience: Civil engineering: 5 years (Required)

3. Do you have Language: English (Required)

4. Do you have a Minimum 3 years of design experience on land development projects

5. Do you have K-12 site design experience a plus (but not required)

6. Do you have Proficiency with Civil 3D and Office 360 products (Excel, Word, etc.)

7. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.