Civil Engineer - Land Development
About The Position
KCE is a locally rooted civil engineering and surveying firm serving the Lehigh Valley and Pocono Regions. The Civil Engineer will join the Land Development team in Allentown and contribute to land development and public improvement projects, including site design, subdivisions, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and municipal submissions. The role supports projects from concept through construction and offers collaboration with experienced engineers and technical professionals, varied project work, and opportunities to build skills and take on greater responsibility. This is a full-time position based out of 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. Occasional local travel may be required for project sites, client meetings, and municipal or agency meetings. Candidates must live within reasonable commuting distance of the office or be willing to relocate before their start date, and must be authorized to work in the United States. KCE cannot provide employment visa sponsorship for this position.
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, and a collaborative mindset.
- Must currently be authorized to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.
- Must live within reasonable commuting distance of the Allentown, PA office or be willing to relocate before the start date.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred.
- Working knowledge of Pennsylvania land development regulations and permitting requirements preferred.
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, plus 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.
- Opportunities to take on meaningful work and greater responsibility.
- Casual, down-to-earth work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
