Senior Land Design Engineer — Hybrid, Multi‑Project Civil

Kleinfelder; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder seeks a Senior Land Design Engineer to join our southeast engineering team. The role focuses on civil design, plans, and reports across site layout, drainage, and permitting.

Collaboration with architects and mechanical/electrical/plumbing teams is essential, with field involvement for scoping and coordination. The position is hybrid—based in Raleigh, Atlanta, or Charlotte—and requires handling multiple projects while delivering practical, client-focused solutions.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter who can work independently and with team members.
• Ability to engage in multiple projects to complete successful requirement deliveries.
• Ability to organize priorities and multi-task effectively.
• Pro-actively troubleshoot and problem-solve with practical, client-focused solutions.
• Experience dealing with regulatory agencies and review professionals.
• 3-8+ years of related experience in civil engineering.
• Computer skills including AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, WaterCAD, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Site Layout, Grading, Storm Drainage, Water & Sewer Utilities.
• Erosion and Sediment Control.
• Storm Water Best Management Practices.
• Civil 3D plans, exhibits, and technical deliverables.
• Municipal and State permitting.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Multitasking

Prioritization

Problem solving

Regulatory experience

Civil engineering

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

Tools

MS Office

HydroCAD

WaterCAD

Job description

Kleinfelder seeks a Senior Land Design Engineer to join our southeast engineering team. The role focuses on civil design, plans, and reports across site layout, drainage, and permitting.

Collaboration with architects and mechanical/electrical/plumbing teams is essential, with field involvement for scoping and coordination. The position is hybrid—based in Raleigh, Atlanta, or Charlotte—and requires handling multiple projects while delivering practical, client-focused solutions.