Site Civil Design Engineer

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Wethersfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) is seeking a Site Civil Design Engineer in Wethersfield, CT with hybrid work.

The role enhances our Land Development practice, delivering site designs, reports, and permitting strategies for retail, residential, institutional, renewable energy, and industrial projects. You will work with a team to develop civil plans, coordinate with regulators and clients, and apply drainage, grading, and utility design standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required; Master’s degree a plus.
• 5-8+ years of professional site/civil design engineering experience required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, TR-55 and Rational Method for drainage design.
• PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months; Non-PE candidates will be considered.
• Solid understanding of CT land entitlement process including local/state permitting.

Responsibilities

• Develop site civil engineering plans, reports and specs for land development projects.
• Assist with grading, drainage, utility design and site layout for various project types.
• Prepare and review design criteria, drawings and specifications.
• Prepare schematic/design development/construction documents.
• Assist with permitting, design and construction documents.
• Attend meetings with clients, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Prepare technical and design reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Fast-paced work environment

Detail oriented

Regulatory knowledge

Site design knowledge

CT permitting familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months

Tools

AutoCAD

TR-55

Rational Method

HydroCAD

StormCAD

Job description

Site Civil Design Engineer

Job Locations: US-CT-Wethersfield

ABOUT THE POSITION

Site Civil Design Engineer - Land Development | Hybrid | Wethersfield, CT

VHB is looking for a talented Site Civil Design Engineer to join our expanding Connecticut team and play a key role in shaping the future of our Land Development practice. From retail and residential communities to institutional, renewable energy, and industrial projects, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio that impacts how people live, work, and thrive.

In this role, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals to create innovative site designs, detailed engineering plans, and technical reports that bring our clients' visions to life. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is motivated to tackle challenges, and has a strong grasp of site design and regulatory requirements.

If you're ready to make an impact and advance your career with a company known for collaboration, creativity, and community impact, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Work independently with a team of professionals in developing site civil engineering plans, reports and specifications for a multitude of land development projects
• Assist with civil engineering for retail, residential, institutional, renewable energy and industrial site design including grading and drainage design, utility design, and site layout
• Preparation and/or reviewing of design criteria, drawings and specifications
• Preparation of schematic design, design development, and construction contract documentation
• Assist with the preparation of permitting, design and construction documents
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues
• Technical and design report writing

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with other emerging professionals and managers
• Ability to work in a fast-paced office, virtual, and field environment, in rural or urban environments
• Proven strong work-ethic and self-motivated to produce high quality outcomes
• Highly organized, and detail oriented, with ability to think creatively and formulate solutions in team environment
• Knowledge of local and state regulations governing site design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study required, Master's degree a plus (may substitute for 1 year of experience)
• 5-8+ years of professional site/civil design engineering experience required
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, TR-55 and Rational Method for drainage design (i.e., HydroCAD, and StormCAD) required
• PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Non-PE licensed candidates will be considered
• Solid understanding of the typical land entitlement process in CT including permitting at the local and state level preferred

The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $135,000 if located in Wethersfield, CT. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.

Annual base salary is one component of VHB's Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.