Civil Engineer

Job Title: Civil Engineer

Job Description

This role offers an experienced Civil Engineer the opportunity to lead the design and development of a wide range of civil engineering projects, including site development, grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility design, and roadway improvements. You will take ownership of projects as the Engineer of Record, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and ensure that all designs meet applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical excellence with project management, mentoring, and client-facing responsibilities in a growing, well-established organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of civil engineering projects, including site development, grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility design, and roadway improvements.
• Prepare and review detailed engineering plans, technical specifications, design calculations, and engineering reports.
• Serve as the Engineer of Record and seal engineering documents in accordance with professional and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, municipalities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure timely and successful project completion.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations to gather data, verify existing conditions, and support design and construction activities.
• Oversee permitting and approval processes with local, county, and state agencies, ensuring all submittals are accurate and timely.
• Provide technical guidance, oversight, and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff to support their professional development.
• Participate in client meetings to present designs, address questions, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposal preparation, scope development, and project planning.
• Ensure all project work complies with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards, and implement quality control procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate civil design components with other disciplines and ensure cohesive project delivery.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in civil engineering design with a focus on site development, grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility design, and roadway improvements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil design and production of engineering drawings.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in civil engineering, with experience in land development, wastewater, or transportation projects.
• Strong understanding of applicable civil engineering codes, standards, and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly to clients, agencies, and internal teams.
• Proven ability to lead a team and provide technical direction to junior engineers and design staff.
• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Morristown, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $135000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical Dental Vision 401k 80% of benefits covered

This is a Permanent position based out of Morristown, NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Morristown,NJ.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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