What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer - Site Development position at STEP, Inc.?
UPDATED: OCTOBER 17, 2026
Civil Engineering experienced professionals specializing in Site Development in HIGH demand.
Be a part of exciting residential, commercial, and industrial engineering projects that shape local communities and transform landscapes across the region. This role offers a vibrant environment where your technical expertise in site layout, grading, earthwork, and stormwater management will drive project success from initial feasibility through construction. We are seeking a professional who brings proven engineering experience to our team, offering immediate opportunities to lead projects, mentor staff, and make a tangible impact.
Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey is highly preferred and will fast-track your leadership opportunities, though we welcome all highly skilled site designers ready to take the next step in their career.
Duties
- Lead the design and engineering of comprehensive site layouts, grading profiles, utility networks, and erosion and sediment control (E&S) plans.
- Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D at an advanced level to build digital terrain models, compute earthwork volumes, and design pipe networks.
- Navigate local municipal zoning ordinances, subdivision and land development ordinances (SALDO), and state regulatory agencies to secure project approvals.
- Perform and review advanced stormwater management modeling, including detention basin routing, water quality volume calculations, and low-impact development designs.
- Represent projects at public hearings, municipal planning commission meetings, and client workshops alongside attorneys and land surveyors.
- Oversee the preparation of permit packages for submission to county conservation districts and state environmental agencies, such as PADEP or NJDEP.
- Conduct site visits and construction observation to resolve field issues, review shop drawings, and ensure compliance with approved site plans.
Skills
- Deep expertise in civil site development principles, including site constraints, building setbacks, parking requirements, and ADA compliance.
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for surface modeling, grading design, and generating complete construction document sets.
- Strong working knowledge of Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey regulatory frameworks, such as PADEP Chapter 102/105 or NJDEP Stormwater Management Rules.
- Expertise with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HydroCAD, Hydraflow, HEC-RAS, or SWMM for site drainage and stormwater management.
- Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) in PA or NJ is highly advantageous; senior-level EITs actively pursuing their PE are also encouraged to apply.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills required to effectively defend engineering designs before municipal boards and interact with clients.
- Proven track record of managing site projects from initial sketch plans and due diligence through final construction closeout.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $72,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Civil 3D: 3 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Professional Engineer (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $72,000 - $160,000