Site Design Engineering Intern

About the Role

The Site Design Intern will join a civil site design team, applying relevant coursework and experience to the engineering and design of land development projects. Projects range from small commercial pad sites to large residential subdivisions and mixed-use developments for private developers, homebuilders, and municipal clients. This position offers a direct opportunity to apply engineering knowledge to real-world site development projects. As a Site Design Intern, the selected candidate will learn to apply industry standards — including ASCE, local stormwater codes, and jurisdictional design criteria — in the engineering design process and will assist Senior Engineers in the preparation of grading, drainage, utility, and erosion control plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in preparing grading, drainage, utility, and erosion control plans for residential and commercial site development projects.
• Perform preliminary stormwater and utility calculations to support site layout and infrastructure design.
• Prepare and revise construction plan sets, details, and specifications using AutoCAD Civil 3D under the guidance of Senior Engineers.
• Assist with permitting submittals to local jurisdictions, including responses to site plan review comments.
• Coordinate with surveyors, landscape architects, and planners to integrate site design with overall development plans.
• Travel to project sites to observe existing conditions and support construction administration activities as needed.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate engineering program, preferably Civil Engineering.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, management, and design team members.
• Willingness to learn in a flexible, cross-disciplinary work environment.
• Willingness to attend site visits and perform work in outdoor field conditions on occasion.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

At Westwood, the goal is to create a better world for people through our work. The firm transforms the energy grid, designs resilient infrastructure, and develops communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, Westwood is dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets it serves.

The approach revolves around people. The team is committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers, valuing relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. The firm believes fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes. Technical capabilities and geographic reach are customized to meet clients where they are and help them realize their vision.

Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are intrinsic to the identity of the firm, guiding every decision. Westwood is deeply invested in the communities it serves, enriching the lives of those served, engaging others within the industry, and creating a lasting impact on communities around the world. Success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives positively impacted by the work.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.