Civil Engineer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Denver, CO, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Middle
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- 4+ years of civil engineering experience.
- Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) certification or Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
- Experience with land development, grading and drainage, stormwater management, or transportation projects.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- Ability to perform field inspections and travel to project sites as needed.
Nice to have
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
- Experience with hydrology and hydraulic modeling software.
- Experience with retaining wall design and geotechnical considerations.
- Knowledge of Colorado design standards and permitting processes.
- Project management experience.
Full description
Civil EngineerLocation:Denver, Colorado (ON SITE / HYBRID)
Department: Civil Engineering
Reports To: Civil Engineering Manager
Experience Level: Mid-Level
Salary Range: $96,000–$122,000 annually
Position Summary
Knott Laboratory is seeking a talented and driven Civil Engineer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will apply engineering principles to the planning, design, analysis, and evaluation of civil engineering projects involving land development, grading and drainage, stormwater management, retaining walls, transportation-related infrastructure, and construction-related investigations.
The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) with strong technical skills, outstanding written communication abilities, and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.
Essential ResponsibilitiesEngineering & Design
- Design and analyze civil engineering systems including:
- Site grading and drainage
- Stormwater management systems
- Water quality and detention facilities
- Retaining walls
- Roadways and pavement systems
- Utility infrastructure
- Perform engineering calculations and prepare construction documents.
- Develop innovative solutions to complex site development and infrastructure challenges.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, local regulations, and industry standards.
Site Investigation & Evaluation
- Conduct field inspections of construction sites, existing structures, and civil infrastructure.
- Evaluate site conditions including drainage patterns, soil conditions, erosion concerns, and construction quality.
- Collect and analyze field data to support project recommendations and engineering conclusions.
- Coordinate with contractors, municipalities, and project stakeholders.
Project Management
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedules and budgets.
- Assist with proposal development, scope creation, and fee estimates.
- Monitor project progress and communicate updates to clients and internal team members.
- Collaborate with drafting staff and technical specialists to produce high-quality deliverables.
Technical Reporting
- Prepare clear, concise, and defensible engineering reports.