Entry-Level Civil Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

RVE, an Ardurra Company, is seeking a Entry-Level Civil Engineer in Allentown, PA Office

Projects may include site development, grading and drainage design, stormwater management, utility design, erosion and sediment control, roadway and parking layout, and related civil site improvements. The candidate will gain hands-on experience supporting the design, analysis, permitting, and development of civil site projects while working alongside experienced engineers and project teams.

Primary Function: The Civil Engineer is an entry-level professional with 0-2 years of experience.  This individual will provide engineering services on all phases of an assigned project under the supervision of the Regional Manager, or Project Manager  

Primary Duties:

• Prepare site layouts, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, erosion and sediment control plans, and stormwater management designs
• Perform site grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility calculations in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Conduct technical analyses, engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates
• Prepare and coordinate site development permit applications and assist with agency reviews and approvals
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, landscape architects, surveyors, contractors, and other engineers to meet project objectives and deadlines
• Review survey information, existing conditions, construction plans, and specifications for accuracy and coordination
• Provide engineering support during construction, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and participating in field inspections
• Ensure designs comply with applicable zoning requirements, design standards, codes, regulations, and industry best practices
• Assist with research and preparation of project specifications, technical reports, and other project documentation

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification preferred, not required
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively within a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of computer aided design software, AutoCAD, and Excel
• Ability to work in groups as well as individually
• Ability to interpret survey data, site plans, engineering drawings, and technical specifications

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun.  We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home. 

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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