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Land Development Engineer
Location: Rochester Hills, MI (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (5 years)
A civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Land Development Engineer to lead technical designs for land development projects. This role involves site design, stormwater management, utility design, and permitting. The ideal candidate has strong technical skills and experience working on institutional, commercial, and retail projects.
Key Responsibilities- Lead a team in preparing project drawings, calculations, and specifications.
- Perform engineering analysis, design, and reporting for land development projects.
- Evaluate land use and zoning requirements, ensuring compliance with ordinances and approval processes.
- Prepare and manage permit applications, working through agency reviews to obtain approvals.
- Conduct site visits during construction to assess progress and quality.
- Collaborate with architects, developers, landscape architects, and contractors.
- Mentor and provide training to junior engineering staff.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- 5 years of civil engineering experience, with at least 3 years in land development.
- Proficiency in Civil 3D and Office 360 (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Strong understanding of utility design, stormwater management, and sustainable design.
- Ability to attend client meetings, travel for site visits, and work in an office environment.
- Must live within 2 hours of Rochester Hills, MI.
- Experience in K-12 school site design.
- Monday to Friday schedule with occasional travel for client meetings and site visits.
- Hybrid work environment.
- No relocation assistance or visa sponsorship available.
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and health savings account
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Referral program
- Bonus and signing bonus opportunities
If you are an experienced civil engineer looking for an opportunity in land development and site design, apply today.
