What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer position at Weston & Sampson?
Weston & Sampson is seeking an entry-level Civil Engineer with 0–4 years of experience in site/civil development engineering. This position is available in our Manchester, NH, Portsmouth, NH, or Reading, MA office locations. The ideal candidate will have an interest in industrial equipment design associated with fleet vehicle maintenance operations and will gain hands-on experience across multidisciplinary projects.
What You’ll Do
Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.
Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.
Your world is always changing, and so are we. Join us as we grow: https://www.westonandsampson.com/join-our-team/
A Note To Third-Party Recruiters
Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or related firms. Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson. Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in civil site development by designing and preparing plans for site projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Develop site layouts, grading & drainage plans, and drainage pipe networks while coordinating with geotechnical, plumbing, and electrical disciplines.
- Draft technical specifications and assist in construction administration tasks, including site visits, submittal reviews, RFI responses, and punch list preparation.
- Perform earthwork estimates, generate cut and fill diagrams, and summarize zoning & permitting requirements to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Support local permitting applications, including wetland permits, site plan permits, and zoning variances, and contribute to public presentations.
- Work with the Facilities Design Group to design and specify industrial equipment for fleet maintenance operations, such as vehicle washes, fuel systems, vehicle lifts, bridge cranes, and fluid distribution systems.
- Coordinate utility requirements for fleet maintenance equipment in collaboration with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, and architectural teams.
- Participate in construction administration, including pre-construction meetings for sub-slab utilities, fuel tank installation oversight, and final punch lists.
- Attend 3D model coordination meetings to ensure industrial equipment integration with facility designs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or similar field).
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Experience with HydroCAD stormwater modeling and stormwater infrastructure design.
- Willingness to be trained on how to use Revit and vertical construction processes.
- Willingness to train in industrial equipment design (prior experience not required).
- Experience in construction management/oversight is a plus.
- EIT certification required (PE license not required).
- Strong attention to detail and a motivation to learn.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly.
- This position offers an opportunity to work on diverse technical challenges, collaborate with various engineering disciplines, and develop a strong foundation for career growth.
Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.
Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.
Your world is always changing, and so are we. Join us as we grow: https://www.westonandsampson.com/join-our-team/
A Note To Third-Party Recruiters
Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or related firms. Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson. Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
