Project Engineer

Acorn Engineering, Inc.; Town of Maine (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic engineering firm that focuses on civil and environmental projects, from downtown revitalization to affordable housing. As a Project Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development team, contributing to exciting projects while collaborating with high-quality clientele. This innovative firm offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a balanced approach between in-office collaboration and remote work. With a commitment to professional growth, you will have opportunities to enhance your skills and build lasting relationships. If you are passionate about engineering and want to make a meaningful impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

4-5 weeks paid time off

9 paid company holidays

Health insurance

Parental leave

Retirement benefits with employer match

Coffee and espresso

Ping-pong table

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in design, permitting, and construction administration.
• EI Certification required, PE or ability to obtain within a year encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Development of drawings and coordination with project stakeholders.
• Regulatory permitting and construction administration.

Skills

Technical and engineering design skills

Proficiency in AutoCad Civil 3D

Proficiency in HydroCAD

Understanding of permitting regulations

Design of stormwater management systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCad Civil 3D

HydroCAD

Job description

Acorn Engineering Inc. (Acorn), a growing civil and environmental engineering firm in Portland, Maine, is seeking a qualified Project Engineer. The engineer will be an integral part of the development team and assist through the life cycle of projects.

Responsibilities include:

1. Development of drawings
2. Coordination with project stakeholders
3. Regulatory permitting
4. Construction administration

Acorn’s current projects include:

1. Downtown revitalization
2. Affordable housing through the state
3. Urban infill developments, including the tallest building in Maine
4. Municipal and industrial compliance
5. Permitting for community solar farms
6. Floodplain restoration
7. Watershed restoration

Acorn partners with high-quality clientele and champions their projects from initial concept through planning board approval to final completion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic engineering firm that has its eye on further growth. We offer opportunities to grow professionally, volunteer, collaborate on exciting projects, and develop lasting relationships both inside and outside of our firm. We look to empower our employees and provide them with the tools to be successful.

Capabilities and Credentials

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
2. 3-6 years experience with design, permitting, and construction administration for various site design projects within Maine
3. Strong technical and engineering design skills
4. Proficiency in AutoCad Civil 3D & HydroCAD
5. Understanding of local, state, and federal permitting regulations and applications
6. Experience with design of stormwater management systems
7. Valid driver’s license
8. EI Certification required – PE or ability to obtain your PE within one (1) year is encouraged

Employees will be provided with a laptop to enable work within our hybrid work model. It’s anticipated the hybrid remote model would include 75% of time in the Portland office and 25% remote. This balanced approach fosters in-person collaboration while providing employees the opportunity to be with family, to travel, and to engage with their community – all of which are important parts of our company’s culture.

Compensation

Acorn Engineering offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including:

1. 4-5 weeks paid time off and 9 paid company holidays
2. Health insurance
3. Primary and non-primary parental leave
4. Retirement benefits with employer match
5. Workplace perks include coffee, espresso, ping-pong table, and other light diversions

Candidate Application and Evaluation

Please include a cover letter stating your qualifications and detailing how your past work experience makes you the best candidate for this position.

Acorn is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and minorities to apply.