Junior Civil Engineer

$69,992 - $79,997/Yr

Actalent - Bernardsville, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Bernardsville, NJ

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Junior Civil Engineer will work on commercial and multifamily residential projects, assisting in coordinating site civil designs to meet project objectives, schedules, and budgets under the guidance of licensed Engineers. This full-time role requires a strong foundation in civil engineering principles, particularly in site design, grading, drainage, and stormwater management.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering tasks in the site/civil engineering field through the development of a working knowledge of applicable design criteria, regulatory requirements, standards, and processes.
• Work on multiple projects concurrently while being flexible and able to adapt to a changing environment.
• Perform site visits, investigation, data collection, review and interpretation of available site plans, survey mapping and review of agency regulations.
• Assist project managers/engineers with the design of grading, earthwork analysis, and stormwater management designs.
• Possess an in-depth knowledge and understanding of site civil design, permitting, and construction plan preparation, and be proficient in using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D to create design plans and details.
• Prepare cost estimates and specifications based on design drawings.
• Prepare written correspondence including proposals, Site Investigation Reports, Grading and Drainage Reports, paving assessments, and other required reports.
• Demonstrate a willingness to expand knowledge base via in-house training and/or self-training.
• Work within a design team to develop Site plans using AutoCAD including grading, green infrastructure, trail/pedestrian facilities, erosion & sediment control plans and details, utility distribution systems, potable water system design, sanitary sewer design, stormwater management system design, and associated calculations.
• Prepare associated calculations and spreadsheets.

Requirements

• 4+ years of Civil Land Development Design experience
• Ability to design in AutoCAD
• Experience in stormwater and grading design
• BSCE from an ABET-accredited civil engineering program
• EIT certification is a plus
• 4-6 years of site/civil engineering experience with the ability/plan to obtain a P.E. license
• Fluent in English with strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn and apply new skills quickly and efficiently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD for developing site, grading, and drainage plans
• Ability to follow direction in completing design tasks
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and critical thinking abilities

Nice-to-haves

• Work samples for grading in AutoCAD are preferred

Benefits

• 401k plan
• 6 holidays
• 6 sick days
• 1 week vacation in the first year
• 2 weeks vacation in the second year
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• Life Insurance (Voluntary)