Entry-Level Civil Engineer

About the role

Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD Group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients. For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering, and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 900 professionals working in 15 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us. GPD is currently seeking a Civil Engineer for our Site Development team located in our Akron, OH office location.

Responsibilities

• Site planning and coordination
• Grading and storm water management design
• Design coordination with internal engineers and architects
• Background coordination with our internal team of surveyors, environmental specialists, and geotechnical crew

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience with site planning, engineering, project coordination
• Valid Driver’s License is required

Skills

• Experience in Site Development Design a plus
• Ability to work with senior engineers/designers and meet respective deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Thrive in a multi‑tasking work environment
• CAD/Civil 3D knowledge preferred
• Proficiency in grading and storm water management design preferred

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company profit‑sharing contribution
• Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Professional Development Support
• And much more…