Design Engineer

Company Description

DIY Retaining Wall® specializes in providing engineered solutions for retaining wall projects, empowering clients to plan, build, and maintain their walls with confidence. ur expertise includes producing high-quality engineered drawings and design calculations for retaining wall projects across multiple states. We work with a variety of retaining wall systems – including Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) walls, segmental retaining walls (SRWs), rockery walls, and concrete cantilever walls – delivering designs for everything from Department of Transportation (DOT) highway projects to commercial developments and residential landscaping. With a focus on precision and customer satisfaction, we deliver reliable, tailored support to meet a wide range of design needs.

Role Description

We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our team in Wake Forest, NC. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work arrangement (approximately 1–2 days per week in-office for collaboration, with the remainder remote). In this role, you will work under the guidance of a licensed Professional Engineer on the design and analysis of retaining wall structures from concept through construction. You will produce detailed engineering drawings and calculations, leveraging proprietary design software, AutoCAD, and other tools, while ensuring designs meet applicable codes and project requirements. The Design Engineer will collaborate closely with our team and clients to deliver cost-effective retaining wall solutions and provide technical support during the construction phase.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD software and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to read and extract information from civil grading plans, roadway/highway plans, and bridge plans
• Knowledge of structural engineering principles, load analysis, and material properties (concrete, steel, and soil)
• Familiarity with project management tools, document control, and quality assurance processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and adapt to project-specific requirements
• Licensure as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is preferred but not required. Progress toward or interest in obtaining professional licensure (P.E.) is a plus.
• Experience with retaining walls, precast structures, or geotechnical design is a plus

What We Offer

• Hybrid Work Environment: Flexible schedule with a mix of remote work and in-office collaboration. We value work-life balance and offer the ability to work remotely most days while coming in for key meetings or mentorship sessions.
• Professional Growth: Direct mentorship from a licensed professional engineer and exposure to a variety of projects (public-sector DOT projects, private commercial developments, and residential designs) to accelerate your learning. You’ll gain real-world experience in structural and geotechnical aspects of retaining wall engineering and insight into consulting practices.
• Small-Team Environment: An opportunity to make a noticeable impact on projects in a nimble, client-focused company. You’ll work in a close-knit team where your ideas are heard and your contributions directly help clients succeed.

This Design Engineer role is ideal for someone passionate about civil/structural design who wants to specialize in retaining wall engineering. If you have the technical foundation, attention to detail, and drive to learn, we invite you to apply and help our clients build the retaining walls that support their projects – literally!