Land Development Engineer or EI

SAM; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

SAM, a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions, is seeking a mid-level Civil Engineer to assist Project Engineers on land development projects in the Baton Rouge area. You’ll contribute from concept through construction, supporting site design coordination, drainage studies, permitting, budgeting, and client communication.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and an Engineer Intern Certification, with familiarity in AutoCAD Civil3D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Engineer Intern Certification.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3D preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers in land development projects from concept through construction.
• Coordinate site design, drainage studies, permitting, budgeting, and client communication.
• Develop drainage models for required Drainage Impact Studies.
• Construction Administration including quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, inspections, and review of shop drawings.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer Intern Certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Your Impact at SAM

Assist Project Engineers in a large variety of land development projects, including private commercial and residential developments as well as public infrastructure initiatives. This role assists with all aspects of project management from concept through construction, with responsibilities spanning site design coordination, drainage studies, permitting, budgeting, and client communication.

Essential Function And Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the Company’s vision and mission, while successfully performing its core values related to employees, ethics, operational excellence, safety, integrity and corporate social responsibility.
• Assist in land development projects from initial planning and design through permitting and construction
• Site design and layouts
• Drafting and plan production
• Develop drainage models for required Drainage Impact Studies.
• Construction Administration including:
  • Quantity Takeoffs & Cost Estimates
  • Construction inspections
  • Review of shop drawings

What You Bring to SAM

Recommended Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Engineer Intern Certification
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3d preferred

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, with dental plans available and free vision coverage for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms