Civil Site Engineer - Project Engineer

CIVIL SITE ENGINEER - PROJECT ENGINEER

Location: Delmarva Peninsula (Delaware, Maryland, Virginia)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: On-Site / Office-Based

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 per year

Additional Compensation: Performance Bonuses

Career Growth: Opportunities for Rapid Advancement and Salary Increases

POSITION OVERVIEW

Magna Talent is recruiting a Civil Site Engineer (Project Engineer) for an established civil engineering and land development consulting firm serving the Delmarva Peninsula.

We're seeking a motivated engineering professional with a four-year engineering degree, strong AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency, and an interest in advancing toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

The ideal candidate has experience preparing site and civil construction documents for residential and commercial development projects and enjoys collaborating with architects, traffic engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, environmental specialists, and regulatory agencies.

This opportunity offers exposure to diverse engineering disciplines, increasingly complex projects, and strong professional advancement potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Prepare site and civil construction documents for residential and commercial development projects.

- Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop engineering plans, technical drawings, and design documentation.

- Support site development and land development engineering projects throughout the Delmarva Peninsula.

- Work closely with Project Managers and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

- Coordinate with architects, traffic engineers, wetland scientists, structural engineers, and geotechnical engineers.

- Communicate directly with clients, regulatory agency representatives, and other project stakeholders.

- Assist with engineering design coordination and development approvals.

- Identify and resolve technical challenges throughout the design and permitting process.

- Review drawings and project documentation for accuracy and compliance with applicable requirements.

- Collaborate with colleagues to deliver projects efficiently and professionally.

- Continue developing technical expertise through increasingly complex assignments and exposure to other engineering disciplines.

- Pursue continuing education and professional development toward PE licensure.

REQUIREMENTS

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.

- Actively working toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

- Experience preparing or supporting civil engineering design and construction documents.

- Understanding of site development and civil engineering design principles.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to interact professionally with clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies.

- Strong technical problem-solving skills.

- Ability to manage assignments efficiently and meet project deadlines.

- Willingness to continue learning and developing technical expertise.

- Ability to work in a collaborative, office-based engineering environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Previous experience in civil site design or land development engineering.

- Experience supporting residential or commercial development projects.

- Familiarity with engineering projects in Delaware, Maryland, or Virginia.

- Experience coordinating with local and state regulatory agencies.

- Knowledge of site grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, and development permitting.

- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or progress toward PE licensure.

- Experience working with architects, environmental consultants, and other engineering disciplines.

COMPENSATION & CAREER GROWTH

- Starting annual salary of $85,000 to $100,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

- Additional performance-based bonuses.

- Opportunities for rapid salary increases and advancement for high-performing engineers.

- Exposure to a diverse range of residential and commercial development projects.

- Opportunities to gain experience across multiple engineering disciplines.

- Continuing education and professional development.

- Opportunity to work toward Professional Engineer licensure.

- Collaborative environment with experienced engineering professionals and Project Managers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time, office-based engineering position serving residential and commercial development projects throughout the Delmarva Peninsula.

The selected candidate will report to a Project Manager and work closely with professionals from multiple engineering disciplines.

Regular communication with clients, consultants, and regulatory agency staff is an important part of the role.

The position offers opportunities to develop technical expertise through increasingly complex projects, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and continuing education.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Our client is seeking a motivated Civil Site Engineer who combines strong technical skills with a collaborative attitude and a desire for professional growth.

Candidates with a four-year engineering degree, AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency, and a commitment to obtaining PE licensure are encouraged to apply.

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity.