Land Development Engineer Rochester Hills, MI

ESR Healthcare; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic, employee-owned civil engineering firm that has been thriving for 68 years! As a Land Development Engineer, you will lead technical design efforts for a talented team of professionals. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, including schools and commercial developments, while fostering innovation and integrity in your work. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and land development, along with the ability to mentor junior staff. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a supportive environment that values performance and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on land development projects.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and Office 360 products is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams in preparing drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Evaluate land use and zoning requirements for project compliance.

Skills

Land Development

Civil Engineering

Sustainable Design

Utility Design

Stormwater Management

Project Management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Office 360 (Excel, Word)

Job description

Land Development Engineer Rochester Hills, MI

Experience level:Mid-senior

Experience required:5 Years

Education level:Bachelor’s degree

Job function:Engineering

Industry:Civil Engineering

Compensation:$71,000 -$120,000

Total position:1

Relocation assistance:No

Visa sponsorship eligibility:No

SUMMARY:

Employee-owned surveying, planning, and civil engineering firm of 130+ employees. We are celebrating 68 years in business because of our employees. We hire skilled, professional, and innovative individuals who will add expertise and integrity to our team, and we provide an exemplary place to work. We are a dynamic organization that believes in rewarding strong performance; each member of our team can grow as far as their abilities will take them!

• 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:

• Education: Bachelor’s (Required)
• Experience: Civil engineering: 5 years (Required)
• Language: English (Required)
• Minimum 3 years of design experience on land development projects
• K-12 site design experience a plus (but not required)
• 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.