Job Summary:
Assist in the completion of a variety of conventional and moderately-complex site engineering and land development assignments, such as drawings, specifications, estimates and other materials for procurement and construction purposes.  Utilize CAD/CAE as applicable and apply engineering techniques and analyses within the site/civil engineering discipline.  May be assigned to a project team, or work as a lead engineer for a small to intermediate sized project.  This exempt position will work with indirect supervision.

Essential Functions:  
* Service as a site/civil design engineer, performing assignments and/or participating with other engineers, technical staff, and consultants in developing, implementing and evaluating engineering plans, work processes, systems and procedures.
* Prepare project feasibility and cost estimates.
* Develop and/or review engineering specifications to comply with company standards.
* Develop project schedules and work sequences; set up and perform progress and quality reviews.
* Participate with the Engineering Services Manager and others in developing and implementing engineering standards and priorities for the company.  Interpret and apply standards in designs and review of consultant work.
* Conduct engineering studies to evaluate the feasibility of proposed or ongoing projects or methods, or to determine solutions to existing field problems; assemble and evaluate technical data.
* Analyze impact on stormwater and sanitary sewer collections systems.
* Review plans and specifications prepared by other engineers and technicians for compliance with project standards, codes and accepted engineering practices.
* Coordinate engineering inspections to review compliance with approved designs and plans.  Verify compliance with accepted engineering practices and the provision of pertinent laws and regulations.
* Drive and travel to supplier, client or construction site locations.
* Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
* Occasionally work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including evening hours and Saturdays.
* Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Knowledge of:
* Engineering theory, principles, practices, materials, costs, construction techniques and trends, regulations, standards and equipment.
* Working knowledge of engineering contract administration.
* Working knowledge of and skill in designing projects that involve sequencing of project steps, including but not limited to:  survey plat prep; horizontal layout; grading; E&S controls; stormwater design and management practices; sanitary, water and other utility design; landscape and hardscape design; site lighting design; Highway Occupancy Plans; and required permitting and approval actions.
* In-depth knowledge of computer-aided-design and computer-aided engineering programs.
* Knowledge of land development, hydrology, and hydraulics.

Ability to:
* Learn and follow HE Company policies and procedures.
* Organize, coordinate, and review progress and compliance of engineering projects.
* Prepare, administer, and monitor a project budget.
* Interpret and apply rules, regulations, laws and ordinances.
* Prepare and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
* Analyze technical design engineering, construction engineering, and surveying problems.
* Read design and construction-related drawings.
* Use AutoCAD® and related engineering software.
* Perform mathematical computations using physics, algebra, analytic geometry, and statistical analysis.
* Organize and sequence work associated with complex projects, converting them into project action plans.
* Work as contributing member of a team, work productively and cooperatively with other teams and external customers, and convey a positive image of the company and its services.
* Prepare project specifications, requests for proposals, process documentation, and communications suitable for external distribution.
* Convey technical engineering concepts, to facilitate and guide other professional, trades, and technical employees, and to work cooperatively with internal and external customers.

Qualifications:
* Certification as an Engineer in Training.
* A valid driver’s license for the state in which you reside with acceptable driving record per company minimum standards for drivers.
* Must have strong technical writing and communication skills.

Education:
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with a major in Civil, Structural or a closely related Engineering discipline.

Experience:
* Prefer two years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience with emphasis on site design and land development projects.

Physical Requirements:
* Ability to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment.
* Ability to perform field work on a daily or intermittent basis.
* Ability to sit at a desk or in a vehicle on a daily basis.
* Ability to walk and stand during field activities on an intermittent basis.
* Ability to bend, squat, kneel or twist while working in field.
* Ability to perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation.
* Ability to sit/ operate a motor vehicle for extended periods of time.
* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 
* Ability to stand, climb, and hike to conduct field and survey work.
* Hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone.
* Ability to work in field environment with exposure to extreme temperatures, inclement weather and dust.
* Good memory and recall necessary for accurate and timely transfer of data/information.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.