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Design Engineer
Job Description
The Project Engineer plays a critical technical role in delivering high-quality residential and site development projects. The Project Engineer proactively identifies design conflicts, integrates constructability into decision-making, and coordinates directly with clients, municipalities, consultants, and contractors to ensure seamless execution.
Job Functions
- Prepare plan sheets (grading, drainage, utilities, paving) for residential and site development projects with close supervision.
- Perform basic calculations (hydraulics, utility sizing, earthwork).
- Support entitlement and permitting documentation.
- Work directly with internal engineering and design staff to complete assigned tasks.
- Assist with construction administration documentation (clarification sketches, product submittal review, RFI support) when directed.
- Maintain drafting accuracy and follow Spiars’ standards.
Competencies
- Foundational civil engineering knowledge and ability to learn quickly.
- Basic proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and utility tools.
- High attention to detail and strong self-checking habits.
- Clear, concise internal communication.
- Ability to take direction and integrate feedback effectively.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification
- Experience in land/site development or civil engineering internship
- Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Character Traits
- Learning and Adaptive – In a growing business with a big mission our engineers must have an appetite for learning and skill improvement.
- Grit, Determination, and Resourcefulness – This person will have to be resourceful in figuring things out, resist being overwhelmed, and be willing to roll up their sleeves until they make it work. Whether looping in other people, finding tools online, or seeking out best practices, this person will have to have an open mind and good resolve.
- Organizational Skills – It will require a capacity for seeing patterns, discerning better processes, and prioritizing and systemizing for improved outcomes.
- High Character – We operate with a high trust culture. Integrity, honesty, compassion, reconciliation, and diligence are all qualities this person must possess to flourish here.
- Energy and Enthusiasm – This person must bring joy and passion for work to the job. It is essential to spur one another on in their work, be self-motivated to see the positive, and encourage others on the mission.
- Multitasking– This is not a steady state or static environment. Workflow will cycle and interruptions are normal, so this person must be able to juggle and adjust on the fly.