What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer position at SMMA?
SMMA is seeking a Civil Engineer to join SMMA’s Site Design team, a talented group of designers and problem-solvers. This position is for a junior engineer that will work in our Cambridge, Massachusetts or Providence, Rhode Island office with other site designers through all phases of a project. Given SMMA’s integrated and multidisciplinary composition, the role affords a chance to coordinate and work closely with staff across numerous areas of design expertise and provides exposure to a variety of project and client types.
The candidate will be active throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept design to final construction documents, and during construction administration. The position includes environmental permitting applications and processes at both the state and local level.
We offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that promotes intellectual and creative growth. The candidate will be encouraged to provide new ideas and share knowledge that will advance the firm’s mission and his/her professional career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing site plans for a variety of land development and building projects
- Designing stormwater management and utility systems
- Developing permitting applications and supporting reports
- Developing construction details
- Participating in construction administration activities
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- 2-6 years’ experience
- Completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination, a plus
- Experience with a variety of design software and programs (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Hydrocad) as well as Microsoft Office
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
About the Firm
SMMA is one of New England's most unique design firms due to our composition, reputation, and focus. Cambridge-based since our incorporation in 1955, we offer an integrated, multidisciplinary environment driven by collaboration between architects, engineers, technologists, researchers, and industry experts. We focus on building lasting relationships with strategic partners in both the public and private markets.
As an employee-owned firm, we believe that good ideas are welcome from anywhere. Our work straddles seven markets; Development, Government, Higher Education, K-12, Life Sciences, Technology and Workplace. Employees work across a wide range of projects and specialisms. We offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that promotes intellectual and creative growth.
SMMA was founded by MIT and Rensselaer alumni who believed that the balance of architecture, engineering, interiors, and site design afforded clients the agility of a single source of creative and technical expertise. Today, we remain dedicated to this flexible, integrated approach. We are guided by a shared pursuit of design excellence, sustainability, and social responsibility.
Company Perks
- Employee-owned firm with Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Hybrid work-from-home policy
- Competitive benefits including paid time-off, company-funded MA Paid Family and Medical Leave, company-paid dental plan, company-paid life insurance, and 401(K) matching
- Employee Assistance Program (includes confidential emotional support, legal guidance, and financial resources)
- Mentor-protege program
- Educational reimbursement
- Licensure and membership reimbursement
- Lunch-and-Learns with internal and external speakers
