Site Civil Design Engineer

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 12 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

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join 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.

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