Staff Civil Engineer

SWCA Environmental Consultants•Jacksonville, FL

4d•$27 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

SWCA Environmental Consultants is hiring a Staff Civil Engineer for its expanding team in Jacksonville, Florida. The role supports project deliverables, primarily for oil and gas and renewable energy projects, across Florida and the Southeast. The position focuses on site layouts, grading, erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, project narratives, supporting calculations, permit and construction drawings, and technical support. The engineer will also learn project management tasks and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies. This is a full-time, regular, hourly/non-exempt position with benefits. The role is hybrid and reports to SWCA’s Jacksonville office; highly qualified remote applicants residing in Florida may also be considered. The posting describes two hiring levels: Assistant Staff Civil Engineer, requiring one year of relevant industry experience, and Staff Civil Engineer, requiring two years of relevant industry experience. The listed minimum qualifications and experience section also specify one year of relevant experience. Domestic travel, including possible overnight stays and commercial airline travel, may be required. SWCA is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm providing environmental services throughout the United States. The company describes its aims as being the best place to work and a sustainability leader, and its values include collaboration, continuous learning, high standards, and giving back to communities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
At least one year of relevant, progressively responsible experience; the posting also describes the Staff Civil Engineer level as requiring two years of relevant industry experience.
One year of experience in civil engineering, specifically erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, and civil site design.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Flexibility to travel, including short-term overnight stays, for project-related tasks.
Ability to obtain and maintain valid travel documents and identification required for work-related travel.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation or certification.
Three years of experience in civil engineering, specifically erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, and civil site design.
Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Hydraflow Hydrographs or equivalent, and Storm and Sanitary Sewer Analysis.
Experience supporting proposal development and client management activities.

Responsibilities

Support site civil design, including grading plans and stormwater management, and collaborate with senior engineers to refine designs and assess feasibility.
Perform field investigations to assess stormwater management, erosion control measures, and site conditions; collect data and verify compliance with design plans and regulations.
Prepare technical reports documenting inspections, analyses, and fieldwork in alignment with project goals and applicable standards.
Assist with developing stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and erosion control plans that comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
Perform construction site inspections to evaluate erosion prevention features, check adherence to project specifications, identify issues, and recommend corrective actions under supervision.
Assist with utility crossing design and analyses and draft plans for stream channel, right-of-way, easement, and wetland crossings.
Assist with construction drawings and specifications for stormwater management and erosion control features.
Work with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental science and engineering principles into project designs and support project planning.
Support hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for stormwater design and drainage scenario evaluation.
Develop expertise in civil engineering principles and tools and stay informed about relevant industry trends and technologies.
Follow applicable federal, Tribal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, and specifications.
Assist with engineering design and develop plan sets for oil and gas and solar development projects.
Use Autodesk Civil 3D to develop and maintain engineering plans and construction documents.
Support permit applications by preparing engineering calculations, drawings, and technical documentation.
Collaborate with Project Managers on schedules, budgets, and delivery objectives.
Communicate with clients and regulatory agencies about project requirements, permitting, and technical information as directed.
Ensure project safety plans are implemented during field operations and site activities.
Perform related work as assigned.