Graduate Civil Engineer
Pennoni•Leesburg, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
Pennoni is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join its Leesburg, Virginia office and support public and private land development projects throughout the region. The role offers recent or upcoming civil engineering graduates hands-on experience in site layout, grading, utility design, stormwater management, permitting, construction documents, and engineering reports. The engineer will contribute across project stages, from early planning and conceptual design through detailed design, agency review, and construction documentation, working with experienced engineers and project managers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, such as Construction Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, collaborate with team members, and work effectively in a fast-paced project environment.
Nice To Haves
- FE exam completion, EIT certification, or intent to pursue professional licensure.
- Internship, co-op, academic project, or prior work experience related to land development, site/civil design, stormwater management, or water resources.
- Proficiency with basic office software applications, especially Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam Revu, and related engineering or project management tools.
- Exposure to stormwater management design calculations and Hydrology and Hydraulics (H&H) modeling tools.
Responsibilities
- Perform site design work, including site layout, grading, water and sanitary sewer design, and public street design.
- Evaluate sites for land development feasibility.
- Support stormwater management design, including storm sewer systems, erosion and sediment control, retention/detention facilities, and Best Management Practices (BMPs), as needed.
- Review local municipal ordinances, county requirements, and state regulations applicable to assigned projects.
- Prepare civil engineering plans for permitting and construction in coordination with the project team.
- Develop permit application materials for review and submittal to regulatory agencies.
- Contribute to engineering reports by organizing technical information and documenting compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
- Perform additional tasks as needed.
Benefits
- Support for FE/EIT development and long-term growth toward PE licensure.
- Opportunities to take on increasing responsibility as skills develop.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
