Project Engineer - Land Development

Jobtailor; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States is seeking a Civil Engineer with 4–8 years of land development and site design experience to lead technical analyses and deliver projects.

You will design and review site plans, grading, utilities, and stormwater systems, while coordinating with permitting agencies and supporting project planning and documentation. Mentoring junior staff is expected.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil engineering degree is required.
• EIT certification is required.
• PE license preferred or in progress.
• Experience with land development plans and permit applications.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil engineering design and technical analysis for land development projects.
• Prepare and review site development, grading, and utility plans.
• Coordinate permitting with municipal, county, and state agencies.
• Support planning, scheduling, budgeting, and project delivery.

Skills

Site design

Communication

Project coordination

Mentoring

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelors in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

PE license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydrologic/ Hydraulic modeling software

Job description

• Perform civil engineering design and technical analysis for commercial, industrial, institutional, residential, mixed-use, and energy land development projects
• Prepare and review site development plans, grading plans, utility plans, and construction documents
• Design and analyze stormwater management systems, drainage and conveyance infrastructure, erosion and sediment control measures, site grading and earthwork, roadway and access improvements, and utility infrastructure systems
• Coordinate permitting efforts and prepare applications for municipal, county, and state review agencies
• Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and project delivery activities
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams
• Conduct site visits and field investigations as needed
• Assist with proposal preparation, technical reports, cost estimates, and project documentation
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while continuing professional development

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 4-8 years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on land development and site design
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or in progress
• Experience preparing land development plans and permit applications
• Knowledge of site layout and design, stormwater management, grading and drainage design, utility infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, and local and state permitting processes
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while contributing effectively to project teams

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in civil engineering design and technical analysis for land development projects, including site layout, stormwater management, and utility infrastructure. Proficient in project planning, permitting processes, and mentoring junior engineers.