Staff Civil Engineer
About The Position
SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer to support engineering deliverables for oil and gas and renewable energy projects, primarily in Florida and the Southeast. The role is based in Jacksonville, Florida, with a hybrid work arrangement; highly qualified remote applicants residing in Florida may also be considered. This is a regular, full-time, hourly, non-exempt position reporting to the Jacksonville office. The requisition may also be filled at the Assistant Staff Civil Engineer level. The position supports civil site design, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, utility crossing design, permitting, and construction documentation. The engineer works with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams, performs field investigations and construction inspections, and contributes to project planning and delivery. The role also includes learning project management tasks, supporting client and regulatory communications as directed, and participating in professional development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
- At least one year of relevant, progressively responsible experience; the posting specifies experience in civil engineering, particularly 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 domestic travel, including travel by commercial airline.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation or certification.
- Three years of experience in civil engineering focused on 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.
- Perform assigned project tasks or small project components and make limited technical decisions within defined procedures.
- Conduct field investigations of stormwater management, erosion control measures, and site conditions; collect data and verify compliance with design plans and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare technical reports summarizing inspections, analyses, and fieldwork, ensuring documentation supports project goals and industry and regulatory standards.
- Assist in developing stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and erosion control plans that comply with applicable regulations.
- Perform construction site inspections to evaluate erosion prevention features, check adherence to specifications, identify issues, and recommend corrective actions under supervision.
- Assist with utility crossing analyses and plan drafting for stream channel, right-of-way, easement, and wetland crossings, with attention to minimizing environmental impacts.
- Assist in preparing 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 activities.
- Support hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for stormwater design and drainage scenario evaluation.
- Develop and maintain engineering plans and construction documents using Autodesk Civil 3D for oil and gas and solar development projects.
- Support permit applications with engineering calculations, drawings, and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with Project Managers to support project schedules, budgets, and delivery objectives.
- Communicate with clients and regulatory agencies about project requirements, permitting, and technical information as directed.
- Ensure implementation of project safety plans during field operations and site activities.
- Follow applicable federal, Tribal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, and specifications.
- Engage in professional development, stay informed about relevant industry trends and technologies, and perform related work as assigned.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Wellness programs
- Professional development opportunities
- Eligible employees may receive performance-based bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
