Civil Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Purpose:  As a Civil Engineer at Knobelsdorff you will play a key role in designing, analyzing, and optimizing roads, grading and erosion control plans for construction sites. You will contribute to the development of innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and industry standards. This position will require onsite visits to collect and review customer’s sites details in order to assist with estimation and design of site plans once off site. 

Responsibilities:

• Experience working collaboratively on projects while managing project timelines, ensuring completion of projects on time.
• Knowledge of the design and constructability of the following:
  • Site development
  • Road design
  • Grading plans
  • Stormwater plans (SWPPP certification or ability/willingness to obtain)
  • Erosion control plans
  • Concrete
  • Geotechnical studies
• Support in the work of analyzing, designing, implementing, or improving civil plans for ground mount solar development and execution.
• Performing a wide range of engineering tasks by operating computer-assisted design or engineering software and equipment such as site layouts, cut/fill analysis, road design, and more.
• Conferring with customers, engineers, and others to discuss existing or potential engineering products or projects.
• Ensuring that installation and operations conform to standards (internal and external) and customer requirements by preparing site specifications, technical drawings, or topographical maps.
• Establishing construction standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations.
• Ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by directing or coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities.
• Writing reports and compiling data regarding existing and potential civil engineering projects and studies.
• Engage with the project team and participate in projects from design to construction.
• Experience with project management and customer relations.
• Work collaboratively in a team to design and execute complex projects under the direction of the team lead.
• Foster key strategic relationships with various partners.
• Ability to integrate and gain technical knowledge to become a reliable source of information to the engineering team.
• Ability to interface with regulatory agencies and manufacturers/distributors.
• Manage project files, drawings, documents & records in our database, maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple complicated tasks and achieve a high level of execution.
• Ability to thick quickly and assist in creating solutions to problems that arise from the field.
• Willing to travel as job requirement necessitates.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• The requirements listed in job descriptions are guidelines, not fixed rules. You do not have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If you feel you are an excellent candidate, we encourage you to apply!
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent education/experience.
• 2-3 years’ experience in Civil Engineering, or related field. To include experience in proper design and constructability.
• Professional Engineering license or EIT in progress with plans to obtain.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Experience in using or a desire to learn the required software.
• Knowledge of applicable codes related to civil engineering.
• Must be self-motivated and flexible to accommodate changes in KE business strategies
• Have entrepreneurial approach to problem solving and be accountable for project decisions and actions.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that represents a history of safe & competent driving.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.

Pay Range: $95,000 to $115,000 per year Depending on Experience.

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Total Rewards Statement

As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Performance-based incentives
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and walk for extended periods of time
• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or via email at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)

KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.