Land Development Engineer
Job Description
Lead land development engineering work for site design, stormwater, and utility infrastructure projects in Albany, NY.
Responsibilities
- Independently complete engineering design, technical analysis, and preparation of plans, specifications, and reports for land development projects
- Support design efforts across site layout, grading, drainage, and utility infrastructure
- Create design calculations, technical memorandums, and construction documents under guidance from senior engineers or technical leadership
- Review and resolve technical discrepancies by applying standard engineering practices, local development codes, and permitting requirements
- Monitor project progress and coordinate design work to align with schedules, budgets, and constructability
- Own significant portions of land development projects with oversight from senior staff or management
- Coordinate with survey, environmental, and permitting efforts to keep project deliverables on track
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (required)
- Minimum 3 years of civil site design experience (required)
- Stormwater management experience (required)
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (required)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)
- Strong working and theoretical knowledge of the discipline, with proven ability to apply engineering concepts in practical settings
- Understanding of QA/QC procedures and regulatory standards
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office (required)
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Tools & Technologies
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- Microsoft Office
Compensation
- $80,000 - $95,000 per year
- Salary based on qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation using industry standards
Location & Work Setup
- Albany, NY (onsite)
Why you’ll love it here
- Work on site challenges that require both technical depth and problem-solving
- Collaborate with engineering, planning, permitting, and construction professionals
- Grow in a team environment focused on technical excellence, leadership development, and continuous learning
Company culture & EEO
- Committed to creating and fostering excellence in diverse, highly talented teams
- Pursues better ways through continuous improvement and creative engineering solutions
- Supports belonging and collaboration and encourages full participation in an environment free of discrimination
- Welcomes qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
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