Entry Level Civil Site Design Engineer
About The Position
GFT is seeking an Entry Level Civil Site Design Engineer to support its Buildings & Places group. The position follows a hybrid work model and requires regular attendance at the Tampa, Florida office. The site/civil design team develops solutions for site improvements across planning, design, permitting, and construction for a range of projects and clients. The engineer will prepare project drawings, engineering reports, and calculations while supporting project managers and other professionals. Work includes civil infrastructure design, preparation of technical materials and permit submissions, and coordination with project stakeholders on public and private projects.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- 0–2 years of experience in civil engineering, site design, or land development.
- Demonstrated interest in civil site design or land development engineering through coursework, internships, or related experience.
- Basic proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Excellent communication, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.
- Actively engages multiple perspectives in problem-solving, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
- Experience with storm drains, sanitary sewer, water distribution networks, site grading, and stormwater management.
Responsibilities
- Design site and civil infrastructure improvements, including site improvements, sanitary sewer, water systems, storm drainage, stormwater management, grading, and sediment and erosion control.
- Support the design of site improvement projects.
- Assist with and prepare calculations, hydraulic models, drawings, engineering reports, and submission packages.
- Coordinate with project managers, landscape architects, surveyors, architects, and owners in the design and development of public and private projects.
- Prepare stormwater management reports and NPDES permit applications for post-development stormwater discharge permits.
Benefits
- Hybrid in-person and remote work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Paid-time-off accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
