Staff Engineer

BURKHARDT ENGINEERING COMPANY; Ohio; On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Health insurance

License and professional development

Job summary

Burkhardt Engineering Company is seeking a Staff Engineer with a civil engineering background to join our site development team in Ohio. This entry-level role focuses on learning under senior staff while contributing to planning, design, and construction drawings.

You will work on site layouts, research zoning codes, prepare reports, and coordinate with utilities. The position emphasizes growth toward licensure with mentorship and hands-on project experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• EIT Certification / FE exam.
• Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive and detail-oriented with a strong willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Design site layouts and prepare conceptual and schematic plans based on code requirements and sound engineering principles.
• Conduct research related to zoning codes, design criteria, infrastructure, jurisdictional requirements and permit processes.
• Prepare site investigation and due diligence reports.
• Design, perform calculations, and prepare construction drawings and reports under supervision.
• Coordinate with utility providers for storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water, gas, electric, and telecommunications services.
• Attend project meetings with internal and external project team members.
• Prepare permit submittal packages.
• Perform site visits to obtain necessary data for design purposes.
• Learn jurisdictional codes and best practices and apply them to project designs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

EIT Certification / FE exam

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Microsoft 365

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Burkhardt is seeking a motivated Staff Engineer to join our civil engineering and site development team. Staff Engineers work under the direction of senior team members and technical staff to research, plan, design, and prepare detailed construction drawings.

This is an entry level role for engineers who have graduated from a civil engineering program and are working toward obtaining a professional license to practice engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design site layouts and prepare conceptual and schematic plans based on code requirements and sound engineering principles.
• Conduct research related to zoning codes, design criteria, infrastructure, jurisdictional requirements and permit processes.
• Prepare site investigation and due diligence reports.
• Design, perform calculations, and prepare construction drawings and reports based on direction provided by senior team members.
• Learn and apply company design standards and best practices to all project deliverables.
• Coordinate with utility providers for storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water, gas, electric, and telecommunications services.
• Make drawing revisions based on feedback received from other team members and jurisdictional reviewers.
• Attend project meetings with internal and external project team members.
• Prepare permit submittal packages.
• Perform site visits to obtain necessary data for design purposes.
• Learn jurisdictional codes and best practices and apply them to project designs.
• Ask questions, solicit feedback, and learn from your experiences to continuously improve your skills and knowledge in engineering.

Education / Skills / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• EIT Certification / Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE).
• Experience in Autodesk Civil 3D (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 products.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive and engaging with a strong attention to detail.

About Burkhardt

Burkhardt Engineering Company, founded in 1999, provides land surveying, civil engineering and site development design services to owners, operators, real estate professionals, architects and developers stretching across various sectors including: commercial, mixed use, healthcare, national retail, residential, educational, civic, municipal, and industrial markets.

Our growing, 20-person team focuses on providing exceptional service to our clients by thinking like owners, communicating promptly and clearly, maintaining transparency, and approaching everything with the utmost integrity and a generous spirit.

Key Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and Quarterly Profit-Sharing Program.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - with minimum 3% company contribution.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Parental Leave for the birth or adoption of a child.
• Catered Lunches and Free Snacks and Drinks.
• Flexible Work Hours and a Casual Work Environment.
• Employer-Paid Professional License Dues
• Employer-Paid Continuing Education and Professional Development Support.