Civil Engineer, PE

Paradigm Design • Scottsdale, AZ

22h • $87,000 - $125,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Civil Engineer, PE leads and reviews engineering design for land development and infrastructure projects from planning through construction. This position exercises independent professional engineering judgment, provides technical guidance and quality oversight, and collaborates with project managers, clients, consultants, regulatory agencies, and internal teams to deliver technically sound engineering solutions. The Civil Engineer, PE serves as a lead technical resource to the project team, providing project oversight regarding design schedules, engineering guidance and direction, supporting the development of EITs and design staff, and maintaining responsibility for the quality and technical accuracy of assigned engineering work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience independently developing and reviewing civil engineering designs and calculations.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design-aided software programs; proficiency with Microsoft programs and Bluebeam; valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Civil engineering experience in land development, site development, or municipal infrastructure.
• Experience representing clients and presenting projects at municipal, Planning Commission, public hearing, or other regulatory meetings.
• Experience providing technical guidance, mentorship, and review of work performed by EITs, designers, or other technical staff.
• Experience working across multiple projects, jurisdictions, or local/state agencies in a staff-pool environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design for land development and civil engineering projects, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, roadways, and related site infrastructure.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, plans, specifications, calculations, reports, and construction documents.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software to develop and evaluate engineering designs.
• Exercise independent professional engineering judgment in evaluating design alternatives, resolving technical issues, and reviewing work prepared by EITs, designers, and other technical staff.
• Research, interpret, and apply applicable municipal, state, federal, and jurisdictional requirements, codes, and engineering standards.
• Coordinate technical project matters with clients, consultants, municipalities, utilities, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Represent clients and present projects at municipal, Planning Commission, public hearing, and other regulatory meetings; communicate engineering recommendations, respond to questions, and support projects through permitting and approval processes.
• Support project managers in maintaining project scope, schedules, budgets, quality, and deliverables; identify technical risks and communicate potential impacts and recommended solutions.
• Perform quality control reviews of engineering documents for technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs), shop drawings, submittments, and construction-related technical issues; perform site observations and evaluate field conditions as needed.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to EITs, designers, and other project team members while maintaining appropriate engineering and project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Other duties and responsibilities reasonably related to the role, as assigned.

Benefits

• We value integrity, accountability, technical excellence, innovation, and teamwork. By connecting our studios, disciplines, and resources, Appia creates opportunities for greater collaboration, shared expertise, professional growth, and exceptional service to our clients.
• Our goal is to create an environment where talented professionals can build meaningful careers, do exceptional work, and contribute to the long-term success of our clients, communities, and the Appia network.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level