Civil Engineer I

About the role

At Sherwood Design Engineers, we value collaboration that incorporates multiple perspectives, and believe that diverse ideas produce more robust and equitable solutions. We have an amazing opportunity for a driven and curious Design Engineer focused on land development design to support our team.

Minimum Skills

• Typically industry internship experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering - Civil and/or Environmental
• Exercises sound judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional and innovative work.
• Ability to work with multiple site base files oriented in different coordinate frames and varying units.
• Ability to read, understand and design topographic information.
• Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and cloud-based collaboration software (Google Apps, Asana, Dropbox, Sharepoint, etc.).
• Proficient in AutoCAD

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of civil design programs (Civil 3D, HydroCAD, Flowmasters, StormCAD, etc)
• Knowledge of Graphics programs (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
• Certifications or other sustainability-oriented accreditation preferred (LEED , EIT, etc.)
• Knowledge of GIS principles
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

Expected Outcomes

• Physical Site Assessment and Field Visits
• Research, understand, and summarize regulatory requirements for residential, commercial, and industrial development projects, public works improvements, or other capital improvement projects using applied knowledge of civil engineering
• Data Collection and Processing
• Numerical Computations in the field of Civil Engineering, Hydrology and Hydraulics, Stormwater management, etc
• Create and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
• Use drafting tools or computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and software in design work.
• Oversee construction of projects to ensure adherence to design specifications
• Ensure projects comply with local zoning and ordinances, as well as national regulatory requirements

What We Offer

• Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year
• Flexible working - with every other Friday off
• Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans
• Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit
• Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
• Automatic 401k enrollment
• Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work
• A tangible opportunity to truly help the environment!

Compensation

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $73,000 to $82,000.