Entry Level Staff Engineer- Site Design

Introduction

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Entry-Level Staff Engineer, you will join our Land Use Team in either our Rhinebeck, NY or Troy, NY office, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond , you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.

Our Land Use Team and Projects 

Nearly 120 professional engineers strong and recent recipients of multiple ACEC Engineering Excellence and ASCE Project Awards, our senior technical and project management leaders have earned an outstanding reputation with private, state, and local government clients. We assist clients from the initial conceptual stages of a project through schematic design, design development, permitting, construction documents, bidding, and construction oversight. Well versed in local, state, and federal regulations and permitting requirements, as well as ever evolving climate change impacts and concerns, we strive to incorporate sustainability and resiliency into our site plans and designs. 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Playing a key role working on site planning, computer drafting, design, and permitting projects
• Assisting on construction phase services for land development and renewable energy projects 
• Preparing technical specifications, cost estimates, reports, and correspondence 
• Observing construction, helping with shop drawings and submittals, and creating as-builts and record plans 

What You Will Need 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering 
• Completed FE or E.I.T. certification or planning to complete it by graduation 
• Relevant experience through internships in surveying, engineering design, permitting, consulting, or construction observation 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Eagerness to learn, intellectually curious, self-motivated, and excellent organizational skills 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Hands-on experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, or SolidWorks 
• Understanding of hydraulic/hydrological studies and modeling 
• Relevant internship experience

Your Financial and Wellness Benefits 

• Entry-Level Staff Engineer salary for Site/Civil Design is $72,176 for a bachelor's degree and $76,336 for a master's degree
• Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan  
• Best in Class Medical Insurance  
• Dental & Vision Insurance  
• Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements  
• Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions  
• Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees  
• Summer Fridays Flextime and Hybrid Work Environment  
• Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance 

Ways to Grow Your Career

We provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from more experienced staff is integral to our culture and part of our commitment to your growth.  

Our Culture and Values

We prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our six core values—Integrity, Excellence, Reliability, Commitment, Respect, and Safety—guide our employee-owned company in delivering exceptional service, building trust, and promoting continuous growth. Our team celebrates together at events like our annual Lobsterfest and gives back to our community through our Make a Difference program.  

More About Tighe & Bond

We are a leading employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm, recognized for its commitment to excellence. With a team of nearly 600 professionals, we provide innovative solutions for land use, water resources, transportation, and environmental challenges throughout the Northeast. As a top 10 ENR New England Design Firm and the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, we are dedicated to building a more sustainable future.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement

We believe one of our greatest strengths lies in our differences. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, with opportunities to thrive. By embracing a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and drives innovation. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to build a culture of belonging for all team members. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds as we work together to design a sustainable future for our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team. 

Salary : $72,176 - $76,336