Design Engineer

Our client is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer in North Carolina to play a critical role in the design and engineering of site segmental retaining wall projects.

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

This individual will support the design, analysis, management, and scheduling of a variety of retaining wall projects while working closely with engineering, estimating, operations, construction, customers, and external project partners. The position offers the opportunity to join a specialized, experienced team and have meaningful involvement throughout the project lifecycle, from early estimating and design through field execution and final certification.

Responsibilities

• Design and review engineered drawings for site segmental retaining walls, ensuring designs meet applicable engineering principles, codes, specifications, and project requirements.
• Perform retaining wall design calculations and develop or review technical specifications and construction drawings.
• Review project specifications, submittals, contract documents, and civil site plans prepared by engineers and architects.
• Prepare retaining wall cost estimates using civil grading plans and project information to support the estimating process.
• Utilize AutoCAD and VESPA MSE to support estimating, design, analysis, and review of retaining wall systems.
• Interpret grading plans and other technical documentation to identify design requirements and potential project challenges.
• Conduct periodic site visits to address field conditions, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide engineering quality control.
• Complete retaining wall certifications and engineering documentation required for project closeout.
• Coordinate with internal team members, customers, contractors, and other engineering professionals to keep projects moving according to schedule and client expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Current North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum of 3 years of civil and/or structural design engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of civil or structural engineering design principles, codes, practices, and procedures.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics and its application to retaining wall design.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Experience with VESPA MSE design software.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret civil site grading plans.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to evaluate technical information, identify conflicts, and develop practical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and schedule projects, manage competing priorities, and meet client deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across project teams and directly with clients. xhqgsiq
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating proactively in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.