Civil Engineer / Designer - Land Development

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT LIVIC CIVIL

Imagine coming to work each day, excited to tackle challenges alongside a team that’s just as driven and passionate as you are. We’re LIVIC Civil—a tight-knit firm with a mission to guide our clients to success, whether through civil engineering, land development, traffic and transportation engineering, GIS, survey, or landscape design. With several of our biggest projects yet on the horizon, we’re looking for someone ready to grow with us and help make a lasting impact.

This role isn’t for everyone. If you:

• Settle for “good enough,”
• Avoid taking on new challenges,
• Struggle with constructive feedback, or
• Prefer working solo instead of on a team,

then this might not be the right fit. But if you’re a fast learner, adaptable, and eager to research, problem-solve, and contribute to something bigger, you may be exactly who we’re looking for.

LIVIC Civil is Not Your Ordinary Civil Engineering Firm. Since our founding in 2017, we’ve partnered with clients who share our values of integrity, hard work, and responsiveness, delivering projects that go beyond expectations. As a small, agile firm, we’re committed to evolving quickly, achieving exceptional results that set us apart.

JOB SUMMARY

The Design Engineer performs engineering analysis and technical design for land development projects including stormwater management, grading, utilities, and infrastructure systems. This role emphasizes engineering calculations, technical problem-solving, and guidance to design staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform stormwater management analysis and modeling; develop design recommendations and alternatives.
• Design grading and drainage systems; ensure constructability and conformance with standards.
• Design utility systems (water, sanitary, storm) including layouts, profiles, and details as applicable.
• Prepare technical calculations, reports, and narratives supporting permitting and design decisions.
• Support regulatory coordination by addressing technical comments and participating in agency discussions.
• Provide technical guidance to Designers/CAD staff; review work for accuracy and completeness.
• Support internal QA/QC and continuous improvement of technical standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

PATHWAYS FOR GROWTH

At LIVIC, we value ambition and the unique strengths each team member brings. This role can evolve into various exciting paths over time based on your interests, talents, and drive. Possible career growth paths include:

• Project Management Roles – Leading projects from inception to completion.
• Development Coordinator Roles – Focusing on business growth and client partnerships.

This position is ideal for someone who sees themselves growing into a future leader, whether in project management or client development.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required :

o    Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required OR equivalent education/experience combination.

o    Experience: 5–8 years land development engineering experience.

o    EIT required (or ability to obtain promptly); PE progression encouraged.

o    Strong understanding of stormwater, grading, and utility design principles.

o    Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly explain technical concepts.

o    Authorized to work in the United States.

• Preferred :

o    Experience with PA and multi-state stormwater regulations and permitting.

o    Experience leading technical portions of complex projects and mentoring junior engineers.

o    Travel to other offices as needed

LOCATIONS

·         Harrisburg, PA

·         Northumberland, PA

·         Bloomsburg, PA

·         Montoursville, PA

WHY LIVIC?

At LIVIC, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer opportunities for growth and meaningful impact. With flexible schedules, a supportive work environment, and unique perks like high-quality headphones and a personalized workspace, you’ll join a team committed to guiding communities toward success. If you’re ready for a career journey with limitless potential, and a chance to lead through curiosity and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

LIVIC Civil is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, performance, and other job-related criteria. The company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on legally protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.