Senior Civil Design Engineer - Land Development Leadership

Bohler Engineering Group; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

Diverse, high-impact projects

Hands-on design exposure

Professional development and growth

Mentorship and peer support

Job summary

Bohler is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer for its Delaware offices (Rehoboth Beach / Newark–Wilmington). You will own site design challenges, supervise grading/ drainage, and help ensure permitting and compliance across high-profile projects in Delaware.

Join a team that values collaboration, technical excellence, and mentorship as you advance project leadership and the quality of design from concept through construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline).
• 5+ years of experience in land development design and permitting.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software.
• Knowledge of local zoning, permitting, and construction requirements.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• PE license beneficial; EIT required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Design and review grading, drainage, and utility plans for complex sites.
• Conduct zoning research and site feasibility analyses.
• Support project coordination with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Review design deliverables for accuracy, quality, and compliance.
• Collaborate with and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Perform hydrology, stormwater, and earthwork calculations using AutoCAD Civil 3D and design software.
• Contribute to project budgeting, workload planning, and task coordination.

Job description

Bohler is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer for its Delaware offices (Rehoboth Beach / Newark–Wilmington). You will own site design challenges, supervise grading/ drainage, and help ensure permitting and compliance across high-profile projects in Delaware.

Join a team that values collaboration, technical excellence, and mentorship as you advance project leadership and the quality of design from concept through construction.