Civil Designer/Design Engineer

Underfoot Engineering

Full-Time
Closes on Monday, February 1, 2027

Job Description

PURPOSE:

Develop your engineering skills on exciting land development projects by supporting your fellow designers in the systematic and consistent execution of project design. Prioritize the development of your craft to positively impact project goals and develop fulfilling relationships with managers, clients, and fellow consultants through Forward Thinking, Grounded Design principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce site designs, calculations, and reports for of a wide variety of site/civil projects for public and private sector clients, including site layouts, grading and erosion control plans, drainage and stormwater calculations, and utility collection and distribution plans.

• Actively participate in plan production efforts and work to develop client solutions consistent with the standards of regulatory agencies, our clients, and our Firm.

• Operate as an independent contributor of a team to complete assigned design work. EXPECTATIONS:

• Grow with a supportive team of like-minded designers.

• Develop your capabilities to provide creative technical solutions.

• Learn and apply the fundamental processes of land development design from conceptual design to construction administration.

• Progress toward personal and professional goals with the full support of your team.

• Cultivate a passion for engineering and/or landscape architecture and demonstrate a drive to invest in your personal career.

• Engineering Intern (EI) preferred. WHAT YOU HAVE ALREADY ACHIEVED:

• You excel in a growing, fast-paced environment and can apply your exceptional digital and personal communication skills, as well as analytical problem-solving skills, to collaborate with others.

• You have dedicated yourself to an engineering degree program, developing the analytical skills necessary to pursue a career and future licensure in engineering.

• You have an aptitude for technology, excellent computer literacy, and the ability to apply, or learn to apply graphical design software skills to technical design challenges. WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE AT UNDERFOOT:

• Create and experience the great places you have been an integral part of designing.

• Crush internal and external project goals by providing great design to our long-term, repeat business client base.

• Hone your craft, supported in your drive towards continued education and licensure.

WHAT YOU ARE GREAT AT:

• Supporting your fellow designers.

• Building trust by applying exceptional analytic skills and a refined attention to detail.

• Effectively applying technology to develop creative solutions to design challenges.

• Wowing team members and clients with self-motivation and engagement.

• Executing multiple tasks and prioritizing responsibilities across multiple projects.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH:

• Civil Engineers and Landscape Architects who pride themselves in providing the best work of their careers while prioritizing their lives outside of the office.

• Repeat clients who appreciate great design and value long lasting, mutually beneficial relationships.

• You will report to, and work daily alongside, the Officers and Principals of the Firm.

WHAT YOU ARE MOTIVATED BY:

• New and challenging design opportunities and the opportunities to observe your designs constructed in the real-world.

• Exceptional benefits and a commitment to your personal and professional growth by providing you with coaching, training, and the resources for continuing education.

• A team-oriented atmosphere centered on Integrity, Respect, and Teamwork.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS

• Generous Bonus Structure

• Generous Time-Off Package including:

o Paid Holiday Calendar with Floating Holidays

o Paid Time-Off (PTO) o Paid Volunteer Time-Off (VTO)

o Parental Leave

• Health Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Paid training and continuing education / professional development

• A flexible work environment and schedule

• Enrollment in the Firm’s 401k Retirement Plan after six (6) months of service Refer to the Firm’s Benefit’s Guide for further specifics on all Full-Time benefits.

ALL POSITIONS

All positions require job site visits outdoors and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment. They require the ability to operate computers for extended periods of time and may require extended time traveling in vehicles and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

Full-Time 40 Underfoot Engineering
Civil Designer/Design Engineer - 182695