Civil Engineer

VHB•Watertown, MA

11d•$81,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re hiring a Civil Engineer to join our Land Development team in Watertown, MA. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer who wants hands-on design experience on real projects from day one, coaching, training, and clear growth paths, a highly collaborative culture that spans multiple offices and disciplines, and the chance to deliver high-quality, sustainable projects that make a visible impact in communities. As a Civil Engineer on our Land Development team, you’ll work alongside civil engineers, geomatics professionals, landscape architects, environmental scientists, planners, and transportation engineers across VHB’s East Coast footprint. Our past work has included projects, including: Suffolk Downs, Dorchester Bay City, Cambridge Crossing, Allston Yards, 776 Summer Street.

Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering or a related degree.
1–3+ years of civil engineering experience (internship, co-op, or full-time) in land development, site design, or related areas.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Interest in innovative, practical design solutions for complex, real-world projects.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills—you’re comfortable asking questions and collaborating.
A learning mindset and willingness to work on integrated projects with multidisciplinary teams.
Commitment to high-quality work, sustainability, and resilience in the built environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with land development processes; knowledge of Massachusetts-area codes, ordinances, and development regulations is a plus.
EIT licensure or FE Exam passed preferred (or in progress).
Experience with any of the following is a plus: HydroCAD, WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, Microsoft Project, BIM 360 or similar cloud collaboration platforms.
Experience in developing site plans, construction documents, technical specifications, and engineering reports is highly valued.

Responsibilities

Work within a collaborative team to develop site civil engineering plans and specifications for a wide range of land development projects.
Prepare site layouts, grading, drainage, utilities, erosion and sediment control, and related design elements using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other tools.
Contribute to construction documents, technical specifications, and engineering reports, with a focus on accuracy and high-quality work.
Support stormwater management, utility design, and sustainable site design solutions that improve community resilience.
Collaborate closely with colleagues in other VHB offices and disciplines—including transportation, environmental, and planning—on integrated project teams.
As you gain experience, help train and mentor junior staff on technical standards, tools, and best practices.
Participate in professional organizations and business development activities as your interests and experience grow.