Municipal Civil Engineer

Keystone Consulting Engineers•Allentown, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

KCE is seeking a Municipal Engineer to join its team in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The role provides engineering support to municipal clients on subdivision and land development reviews, roadway and stormwater improvements, sanitary sewer projects, public facilities, grant-funded initiatives, and long-range capital planning. The engineer will work with municipal officials, residents, developers, contractors, and regulatory agencies, helping communities make practical, well-informed decisions from planning through construction. This is a full-time position based out of KCE’s Allentown office, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule, flexible scheduling, limited remote work opportunities depending on position, project, and team needs, and paid overtime. Local travel to project sites and municipal meetings is required, including occasional evening meetings. Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate before the start date, and must be authorized to work in the United States; KCE cannot provide employment visa sponsorship. KCE is a locally rooted civil engineering and surveying firm serving the Lehigh Valley and Pocono Regions. The company describes its culture as relationship-focused and supportive of career development, increasing responsibility, and potentially becoming a shareholder. It offers a casual, down-to-earth work environment and emphasizes work-life balance and service to local communities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Five or more years of relevant civil engineering or site design experience, including at least three years in municipal engineering.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
Strong working knowledge of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, Pennsylvania DEP regulations, and other applicable state and federal requirements.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate project documentation.
Strong written, verbal, and public presentation skills.
Sound judgment, attention to detail, and a collaborative, service-oriented mindset.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally for project and municipal meetings.
Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Allentown office or be willing to relocate before the start date.
Must currently be 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.

Responsibilities

Review subdivision and land development plans for compliance with municipal ordinances and the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code.
Plan, design, and manage public improvement projects involving roadways, stormwater systems, sanitary sewers, recreational facilities, and other municipal infrastructure.
Conduct field evaluations and prepare engineering reports, recommendations, and presentations for municipal governing bodies.
Prepare bid documents, construction cost estimates, technical specifications, and permit applications.
Coordinate with municipal staff, developers, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies throughout project planning, review, approval, and construction.
Provide technical guidance on zoning, stormwater management, environmental requirements, infrastructure planning, and related municipal matters.
Attend and present at municipal meetings, public meetings, and project coordination meetings.
Assist municipalities with grant applications, funding strategies, and long-range capital improvement planning.
Support construction administration, field inspections, and resolution of project issues as assigned.
Mentor junior staff and contribute to the quality and responsiveness of the municipal engineering team.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
Paid overtime.
Flexible schedules and limited remote work opportunities based on position, project, and team needs.
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 and sick days.
Nine paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Company events and team-building activities.
Opportunities to take on meaningful work and greater responsibility.
Potential opportunity to become a KCE shareholder.
Casual, down-to-earth work environment.