Project Engineer – Civil Design

Costich Engineering; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits including cafeteria allowance

Matching 401k with firm match

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible working hours

Summer Fridays

Paid continuing education expenses

Annual rate increases and bonuses

Job summary

Costich Engineering in Rochester is seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Civil) to enhance their multidisciplinary team. This full-time role emphasizes technical design, project management, and collaboration, ensuring practical solutions from concept to completion.

Your responsibilities include utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D for design tasks, conducting hydrologic analyses, and mentoring junior engineers. The role also involves liaising with clients and various regulatory bodies to maintain project momentum.

Join a supportive and family-oriented work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience required.
• New York State PE license preferred or ability to obtain within 12–18 months.
• Experience mentoring junior staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Perform hydrologic/hydraulic analyses and stormwater design.
• Coordinate with Project Managers on submissions and approvals.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Strong organizational and communication skills

Understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS tools

Job description

Costich Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Civil) to join our collaborative and growing team. We are a locally rooted, multidisciplinary firm that values practical solutions, strong relationships, and a supportive, family-oriented work environment. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys wearing multiple hats, taking ownership of their work, and working closely with both colleagues and clients from concept through construction completion.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 8 Hour Shift (Day shift – Monday to Friday) with overtime

Experience: 6-10 Years

Work Remotely: No

Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000 (Commensurate with experience)

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Work

• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D 2026 for design and plan production (Existing Features/Demo Plans, Site Plans, Profiles, Grading Plan, Utility Plan, Detail Sheets), maintaining Costich AutoCad & Project Naming & Directory standards.
• Perform hydrologic/hydraulic analyses and stormwater design in compliance with NYS DEC regulations including drainage & SWPPP Plans & Reports.
• Compose quantity takeoffs and assist with Preparation of Engineer’s Estimates & Reports (Storm Sewers, Erosion Control & Grading, Pavements, Sanitary Sewers, Earthwork, etc.) and Specifications.
• Field Investigation and support for project design including percolation tests, traffic counts, infiltration testing, soil testing, watermain pressure tests, backflow, etc.
• Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and buildable.
• Navigate local and state permitting processes (NYSDEC, municipalities, DOT, Health Dept, Water Authority, Pure Waters, etc.)
• Coordinate with Costich Project Manager on submissions and approvals with town/planning/zoning boards and agencies, preparing response to comment letters and associated plan revisions, circulating plans for signoffs.
• Work proactively with Project Manager to keep projects moving!

Construction Support

• Stay engaged through construction—answer RFIs, review submittals, create job drawings and assist Project Manager with solving field challenges.
• Work closely with Project Manager, surveyors, landscape architects, and junior staff on project team.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their development.
• Contribute to a positive, team-first culture where everyone pitches in.

Note: This job description is not all encompassing; more responsibilities may be granted as deemed appropriate based on abilities and experience.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Preferred

• New York StatePE license (or ability to obtain within 12–18 months).
• Experience with SEQR, zoning/site plan approvals, and regional permitting.
• Familiarity with GIS tools.
• Experience mentoring junior staff.

COSTICH ENGINEERING EMPLOYEES ENJOY THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:

Health Benefits – including cafeteria allowance ($8,458.84 annually)

Matching 401k – 4.5% firm match with minimum 6% employee contribution

Opportunity for career advancement, growth towards Project Manager Position

Summer Fridays (bi-weekly leave at 11 am on Friday – Memorial Day – Labor Day)

Typical 40-hour work week – hourly pay, anything over 40 hours 1.5 x Hourly Rate

Flexible Hours (start/end time), Remote work (2 days max) opportunities once established in role.

Expenses paid for continuing education, professional licensure exams, etc.

Annual Rate Increases & Bonus (based on employee and firm success)

Costich Engineering will not accept applications of candidates who require visa sponsorships now or in the future. Local candidates preferred. Costich Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.