Design Engineer - Land Development

Responsibilities

• Aid in the design and development of site plans for residential, commercial, mixed-use, roadway, highway, and public works projects.
• Create grading and drainage plans and designs using standard engineering practices and software tools like AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Develop designs and plans for land development projects, including potable water distribution and wastewater collection systems, in compliance with local standards and permitting requirements.
• Engage in internal design reviews and contribute to project scheduling and task prioritization.
• Support the creation of engineering reports, feasibility studies, and master planning documents for various development projects.
• Assist in the preparation of technical specifications and detailed cost estimates to support project proposals and construction documentation.
• Collaborate daily with project engineers and across stakeholders to coordinate design efforts and meet project milestones.
• Review plans and calculations for accuracy, completeness, and constructability, incorporating feedback from senior staff and clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited curriculum.
• One to three years of experience and exposure to site development and design of residential/commercial subdivisions, utility systems, roadways, and public works.
• Strong verbal and written communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Preferred: EIT or FE certification.
• Familiarity with preparing documents, specifications, and design plans.
• Experience with public agency standards and permitting processes.
• Ability to apply standard engineering techniques and judgment to support projects.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Must be able to regularly talk, hear, and operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
• Occasionally lift, pull/push, and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.
• Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting.
• Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

Benefits

The typical base salary range for this position is $75,000.00 - $100,000.00, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly. Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k are offered. Generous paid time off packages and 9 Paid Holidays are provided. Flexible schedules are also available. Education reimbursement and paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations are included. BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. BKF Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF Engineers, BKF Engineers reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited submittals are done at the risk of the recruiter.