Land Development Engineer - EIT

Ripple Effect Consulting LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ripple Effect Consulting LLC in Downtown Denver is seeking a Land Development Engineer / EIT with 2+ years of civil site development experience to join our boutique firm. You’ll design land development plans, coordinate with clients and consultants, and help deliver projects from concept through construction while growing toward project ownership.

This role offers hands-on design using Civil 3D, direct mentorship from senior engineers, and a collaborative, office-based environment in downtown

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of civil engineering experience.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Experience with land development or site design.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop civil plans for land development projects.
• Prepare site, grading, drainage, utility plans and docs.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, surveyors, and municipalities.
• Assist with permitting and agency coordination.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and construction administration.
• Review plans for accuracy and quality.
• Develop ownership with senior engineers.

Skills

Civil engineering

Client coordination

Communication

Project teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification preferred

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Our client is a growing boutique civil engineering firm located in Downtown Denver that provides civil engineering and land development services for a variety of projects throughout the Denver metro area.

They are looking to add a Land Development Engineer / EIT with 2+ years of experience to their team. This is an opportunity for an engineer who wants to get beyond simply producing plans and have a more meaningful role in the design, coordination, and delivery of projects.

The Opportunity

In this role, you’ll work closely with experienced engineers and project managers while taking increasing ownership of land development projects. The position offers strong technical exposure, direct involvement with clients and project teams, and a clear opportunity to grow toward project management responsibilities.

Core Responsibilities:

• Design and develop civil engineering plans for land development projects
• Prepare site plans, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, and construction documents
• Perform grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility design
• Develop plans and details using Civil 3D
• Coordinate with clients, architects, surveyors, municipalities, and other consultants
• Assist with permitting and agency coordination
• Support project planning, scheduling, and construction administration
• Review plans and documents for accuracy and quality
• Work closely with senior engineers and project managers while developing independent project ownership

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of civil engineering experience
• Background in land development, site development, or civil site design
• Experience with Civil 3D
• Understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, and site design
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• EIT certification preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Desire to continue developing technically while taking on more responsibility

Why Consider It?

This is a particularly good fit for someone who wants the resources and project exposure of an established engineering practice without getting lost in a large corporate organization.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Take meaningful ownership of projects earlier in your career
• Work directly with experienced engineers and project managers
• Develop both your technical and project-management skills
• Gain exposure to clients and the full project lifecycle
• Build toward a future Project Manager / Senior Engineer role
• Work from a Downtown Denver office in a more collaborative, boutique environment