Engineer In Training I

About the role

Join a team that is helping design and build the communities, infrastructure, and developments that are driving growth across Southwest Florida. Pape-Dawson's Fort Myers team, formed through the acquisition of GradyMinor, combines decades of local expertise with the resources and reach of one of the nation's leading engineering firms. Our team delivers innovative solutions for multi-family communities, commercial developments, transportation improvements, and critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects that support the region's continued growth and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the design of commercial, residential, mixed-use, and site development projects from concept through construction.
• Preparing engineering plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Evaluating design alternatives involving grading, drainage, utilities, roadway alignments, right-of-way constraints, and site development requirements.
• Developing construction documents and technical designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software.
• Supporting permitting efforts and coordinating with local agencies and regulatory authorities.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including planners, landscape architects, surveyors, and engineers.
• Reviewing and providing guidance to engineering technicians and junior staff to help ensure quality and consistency.
• Aiding project managers with project delivery, client coordination, and technical problem-solving.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) certification.
• 1+ years of civil engineering experience supporting land development, commercial, residential, or site development projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of land development design principles, permitting processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in land development, commercial, residential, or site development projects.
• Knowledge of land development design principles, permitting processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

Skills

• AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Land development design principles.
• Permitting processes and regulatory requirements.
• Communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Work on meaningful projects that directly impact growing communities throughout Southwest Florida.
• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, infrastructure, and public-sector projects.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and industry leaders committed to mentoring and professional development.
• Build a clear path toward professional licensure and career advancement.
• Be part of a team that combines local expertise with the resources, technology, and opportunities of a nationally recognized engineering firm.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible working hours to accommodate project needs.

Why Join Pape-Dawson?

• Work on meaningful projects that directly impact growing communities throughout Southwest Florida.
• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, infrastructure, and public-sector projects.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and industry leaders committed to mentoring and professional development.
• Build a clear path toward professional licensure and career advancement.
• Be part of a team that combines local expertise with the resources, technology, and opportunities of a nationally recognized engineering firm.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.