Development Engineer

About the role

The Development Engineer will join the municipal services program team at DDG, a comprehensive design firm with over 200 full-time employees and 10 offices across South Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the review of plans and design for development within the municipality, including project permits and planning cases.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and other municipal departments to ensure timely and quality completion of project reviews.
• Provide technical advice and guidance on development regulation and processes to municipal departments and the public.
• Collaborate with other engineers, urban planners, and environmental specialists to develop integrated solutions for development.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for municipal leadership, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Participate in public meetings and workshops to discuss development projects, issues, studies, and development proposals with community residents and other stakeholders.
• Review, update, and enhance the City’s Standards, Specifications, and Code to ensure they reflect best practices and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, Engineering Intern (EI) license required.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in design and/or permitting of land development projects.
• Understanding of local, state, and federal regulations regarding stormwater management.

Qualifications

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to travel to various project sites.
• Ability to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel to various project sites.
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Medical Insurance Plan.
• Voluntary Vision Insurance.
• Voluntary Dental Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance.

About DDG

DDG is a comprehensive design firm with over 200 full-time employees and 10 offices across South Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas. In the 26 years since our founding, our unwavering commitment to client service excellence has allowed us to grow into a multidisciplinary regional firm.