Job Details

Civil Engineer (EIT)

We are seeking a motivated, creative, and design-focused Project Civil Engineer for our downtown Durham office. In this role, you will work in a highly collaborative engineering and design-based environment, utilizing the skills of in-house experts and support staff from multiple disciplines. You will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects including campus design, urban design, multi-family development, commercial/retail development, and large-scale master planning. Essential functions include civil design, calculations, analysis, and documentation of site design (grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, and erosion control), construction observation, and assisting with administrative tasks such as project planning, scheduling, and QA/QC.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design civil engineering components under direct supervision of the Project Manager.
• Perform civil design calculations for grading, drainage, stormwater, utilities, and site design.
• Write various reports and technical memoranda.
• Prepare design drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other civil engineering design and modeling software.
• Conduct QA/QC of drawings and specifications.
• Manage small projects and components of major projects.
• Review work of Designers, Engineering Interns, and CAD Techs.
• Perform construction observation and administrative duties such as site visits, field reports, shop drawing review, and responding to contractor RFIs.
• Assist in other duties as assigned by a Project Manager and/or Studio Leader.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Commitment to collaborative design process in project development.
• Ability to visualize projects through both hand and digital graphic techniques.
• Exercise sound judgment and possess skills to defend decisions and methodologies used to arrive at chosen solution or decision.
• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles and methods related to site development activities.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and permitting requirements.
• Proficient skill and experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other site design and modeling software.
• Demonstrated writing, communication, and drawing skills.
• Ability to manage tasks and maintain project schedules.
• Driver's license preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Value diversity of thought, contributing new ideas and perspectives while also respecting different points of view.
• Believe in the importance of trust, humility, respect, excellence, accountability, and discipline.
• Willingness to learn and grow from an established mentor within the civil engineering community.

Work Environment

You will work in an office environment with approximately 20-25 colleagues. The office is described as a nice and quiet space, conducive to focused work and collaboration.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Chapel Hill, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2025.