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Civil Engineer / Municipal Project Engineer
Glenn Engineering & Associates, Ltd. – North Huntingdon, PA
Full-Time | In-Office
About Glenn Engineering
Glenn Engineering & Associates, Ltd. is an established civil and municipal engineering firm based in North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. We provide engineering services to boroughs, townships, municipal authorities, and other public and private clients throughout Western Pennsylvania.
Our work includes municipal infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, stormwater improvements, roadway and streetscape projects, land development review, grant-funded capital improvements, and construction administration.
As a smaller, hands-on firm, our engineers have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, work directly with municipal officials and clients, and remain involved from initial planning and funding through design and construction.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Civil Engineer / Municipal Project Engineer to join our growing team.
The ideal candidate has experience in municipal engineering, water/wastewater, utility infrastructure, land development, or a related civil engineering field and is comfortable managing multiple projects and communicating directly with clients.
A Pennsylvania Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred but is not required for candidates with strong relevant experience and the ability to obtain licensure.
This position is well suited for an engineer who wants significant project responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to manage projects from concept through construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and oversee civil engineering designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates
- Develop and review plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Manage municipal infrastructure projects involving roadway improvements, stormwater, sanitary sewer, water systems, grading, utilities, and related public improvements
- Coordinate projects from preliminary planning and design through permitting, bidding, and construction
- Review land development and developer submissions for compliance with municipal ordinances and engineering standards
- Prepare written engineering reviews, reports, correspondence, and recommendations
- Attend municipal council, authority, planning commission, and project meetings as needed
- Communicate directly with municipal officials, clients, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies
- Assist with construction bidding, contractor coordination, construction administration, and project closeout
- Develop project budgets, schedules, cost estimates, and permitting strategies
- Assist with grant-funded projects and coordination with programs such as PennDOT MTF, CFA, DCED, CDBG, and other state and federal funding programs
- Provide technical guidance and support to engineering and inspection staff
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- 3 years of relevant civil engineering experience
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and client priorities
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Preferred:
- Pennsylvania Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure
- Municipal engineering experience
- Water/wastewater or utility infrastructure experience
- Experience managing projects from design through construction
- Land development and municipal plan review experience
- Experience with public bidding and construction administration
- Experience with municipal grants or state/federal funding programs
- Familiarity with PennDOT, DEP, DCED, CFA, CDBG, or similar agencies and programs
Candidates do not need experience in every area listed above. We are interested in experienced civil engineers with strong technical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to grow into greater project and client-management responsibilities.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays - incentivized holiday vacation
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Support for professional licensing and certifications
- Direct involvement in meaningful municipal infrastructure projects throughout Western Pennsylvania
- Opportunity for significant project responsibility and professional growth within an established local engineering firm
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Work Location: In person – North Huntingdon, PA 15642
Salary: $85,000–$115,000 per year, depending on experience, licensure, and qualifications
Applicants must be able to reliably commute to North Huntingdon, PA, or relocate prior to starting employment.
Glenn Engineering & Associates, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- North Huntingdon, PA 15642 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- North Huntingdon, PA 15642: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $85,000 - $115,000