Larson Design Group

Larson Design Group; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Design Group is seeking an entry‑level Engineering Associate in the Harrisburg area. The role supports design computations, reports, and drawings on environmental projects as part of the professional engineer license track.

Ideal candidates hold ABET‑accredited engineering degrees with internships in A/E and may have EIT preference. This position emphasizes technical growth, collaboration, and adherence to codes and standards within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering program required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in an engineering field.
• EIT is preferred.
• Internships in the A/E industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews design computations, plan designs, and drawings for environmental projects including; stormwater, structural, and water/wastewater.
• Reviews submittals and coordinates project submissions.
• Prepares and reviews specifications, draft letters, and written technical reports.
• Completes inspections and field work assignments as needed.
• Researches, reviews, interprets, and understands written regulations, code compliance, and permit requirements and applies them to design projects.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of work and project records.
• Possesses knowledge of Codes and Standards applicable to project designs.
• Develops technically accurate, clean, and deliverable drawings.
• Promotes, utilizes, and supports quality assurance and quality control processes to improve the quality of deliverables and reduce design errors and omissions.
• Performs work within assigned budgets.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydrologic & Hydraulic Software

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Time management

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydrologic & Hydraulic Software

Job description

About Us

Larson Design Group (LDG) is an award-winning, employee-owned Architecture, Engineering, and Consulting Firm. Guided by our core values, we’re expanding our team, opening new offices, and adding new offerings to provide responsive, innovative solutions to clients nationwide.

Being 100% employee-owned directly impacts our culture: it drives our decision-making, motivates our teams, increases our productivity, improves retention, and contributes to the future success of our company. Our culture is one where we work hard for our clients and for each other – and we have fun collaborating, sharing experience and expertise, and learning along the way. We’re passionate about delivering exceptional quality, elevating client relationships, enriching the careers and lives of our employee owners, and enhancing the communities where we live and serve.

At LDG, we strive to create an organization where people want to work. We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensures, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company‑funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) while supporting your professional and personal growth.

Your Opportunity + Impact

This Engineering Associate is an entry‑level technical role who is on the professional Engineer license track that will apply basic to intermediate engineering principles to complete design computations, prepare written technical reports, design plans, and details. The Engineering Associate may be called upon to make minor project decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews design computations, plan designs, and drawings for environmental projects including; stormwater, structural, and water/wastewater.
• Reviews submittals and coordinates project submissions.
• Prepares and reviews specifications, draft letters, and written technical reports.
• Completes inspections and field work assignments as needed.
• Researches, reviews, interprets, and understands written regulations, code compliance, and permit requirements and applies them to design projects.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of work and project records.
• Possesses knowledge of Codes and Standards applicable to project designs.
• Develops technically accurate, clean, and deliverable drawings.
• Promotes, utilizes, and supports quality assurance and quality control processes to improve the quality of deliverables and reduce design errors and omissions.
• Performs work within assigned budgets.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in position relevant Engineering field from ABET accredited school.
• Experience: No previous relevant work experience is required. Prior internships in the A/E industry is preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the engineering field.
• Proficient in, AutoCAD Civil 3D,and/or Hydrologic and Hydraulic Software Packages to be used for Site Layout, Grading, Utility, Sturctural and Storm Water Management Plan design and/or other discipline‑specific programs preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.

EEO Statement

Larson Design Group, Inc. is an Aff…We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.