Project Engineer, II (Civil Engineering)

Legacy Engineering is a woman-owned civil engineering firm specializing in land development design, geotechnical services, construction materials testing and inspections, land surveying, planning consulting, and environmental services. Headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia, we serve clients throughout the Commonwealth and beyond

The Project Engineer II is responsible for preparing key technical components of land development plans with limited supervision. This role requires the ability to independently produce several design elements of a project while coordinating with the broader project team.

Project Engineer II staff begin making limited design decisions while working under the guidance of senior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently prepare portions of construction plan sets.
• Design roadway geometry and horizontal layouts.
• Design water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage utilities.
• Prepare erosion and sediment control plans.
• Prepare landscape and site lighting plans.
• Apply applicable local, state, and federal design standards.
• Coordinate with survey, architecture, and environmental teams.
• Assist with plan revisions and agency review responses.
• Provide guidance to entry-level engineers on drafting and design tasks.
• Support project managers in maintaining schedules and deliverable timelines.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge, Expertise

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or similar field of study from an accredited university is required
• EIT certification preferred or actively pursued.
• 3–5 years of land development experience.
• Strong understanding of geometry, utilities, and ESC design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design tools.
• Ability to complete technical design tasks with limited supervision.
• Strong coordination and organizational skills.
  
  

Benefits

• 8 Paid Holidays
• 15 days of PTO
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage including a no cost employee medical option
• HSA and FSA plans available
• Employer paid Short Term, Long Term, Life and AD&D Insurance plans
• 401k plan with up to 5% match
• Continuing education and certifications provided
• And many more great benefits including numerous sponsored company events
  
  

Legacy Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.

Legacy Engineering is an E-Verify employer and uses E-Verify to check work authorizations of every employee during our hiring process.

Legacy Engineering es un empleador que participa en E-Verify y utiliza E-Verify para verificar la autorización de trabajo de cada empleado durante nuestro proceso de contratación.

• No recruiters or staffing agencies, should contact Legacy Engineering about this role.