Civil Engineer - Land Development
About The Position
KCE is seeking a Civil Engineer to join its Land Development team in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The role contributes to land development and public improvement projects, including site design, subdivisions, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and municipal submissions. The engineer collaborates with experienced engineers and technical professionals and supports projects from concept through construction, with opportunities to develop skills and take on greater responsibility. This is a full-time position based in KCE’s Allentown office, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule. Work schedules are flexible, with limited remote work opportunities depending on position, project, and team needs. The role includes paid overtime and occasional local travel to project sites and client, municipal, or agency meetings. Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate before starting, and must already be authorized to work in the United States; KCE cannot provide employment visa sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Five or more years of relevant civil engineering or site design experience.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with stormwater modeling software such as HydroCAD or SWMM.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate project documentation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Sound judgment, attention to detail, practical problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset.
- Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Allentown office or be willing to relocate before the start date.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not available.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Working knowledge of Pennsylvania land development regulations and permitting requirements.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with project teams to design land development, subdivision, and public improvement plans.
- Prepare site layouts, grading plans, utility designs, and related construction documents.
- Develop stormwater management reports, calculations, and models.
- Prepare erosion and sediment control plans and supporting documentation.
- Assist with construction cost estimates, technical reports, and project specifications.
- Prepare and coordinate municipal, county, and agency submissions and permit applications.
- Review zoning, subdivision, and land development requirements for project compliance.
- Attend client, municipal, and agency meetings with project managers and senior engineers.
- Coordinate with surveyors, landscape architects, inspectors, and other project team members.
- Support projects through review, approval, bidding, and construction as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
- Paid overtime.
- Comprehensive medical plan options, including HDHP/HSA and traditional plans.
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with voluntary life options.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company match, including Traditional and Roth options.
- Paid vacation, sick days, and nine paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
- Company events and team-building activities.
- Flexible schedules and limited remote work possibilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
