Civil Engineer

Title: Civil Engineer

Location: New Windsor, NY 12553

Workplace Type: Onsite (No Remote/Hybrid)

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level (1-5 Years)

Salary: Competitive | Based on Experience (DOE)

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Civil Engineer to join its growing engineering team in New Windsor, New York. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience working on a wide variety of municipal infrastructure and public works projects.

The Civil Engineer will be involved in the planning, design, permitting, and construction support of municipal infrastructure projects including water and wastewater systems, stormwater management, roadway improvements, and site development. Working alongside experienced engineers and project managers, the successful candidate will prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, construction drawings, specifications, and permit documentation while collaborating with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

This role is ideal for a Civil Engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, working on meaningful public infrastructure projects, and growing toward professional licensure in a collaborative consulting engineering environment.

About The Company

Our client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm serving clients throughout Southern New York and Northeastern Pennsylvania. The firm's expertise includes:

• Civil Engineering
• Municipal Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Planning & Land Development
• Water & Wastewater Engineering
• Construction Administration
• Construction Observation
• Public Infrastructure Design
  
  

The company is committed to delivering innovative engineering solutions while supporting the professional growth of its employees.

Key Responsibilities

Civil Engineering & Design

• Assist with the planning and design of municipal infrastructure and public works projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, design reports, technical memoranda, and feasibility studies.
• Develop construction drawings and engineering plans for civil infrastructure projects.
• Design stormwater management systems in accordance with local and state regulations.
• Prepare Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP).
• Perform roadway and transportation-related design.
• Develop erosion and sediment control plans.
• Assist in water distribution and wastewater collection system design.
• Support water and wastewater treatment process design projects.
• Prepare construction specifications and engineering details.
• Coordinate utility layouts and infrastructure improvements.
  
  

Project Management Support

• Assist Project Managers with project scheduling and coordination.
• Monitor project progress to ensure schedules and deliverables are met.
• Coordinate with architects, surveyors, environmental consultants, and contractors.
• Attend project meetings with municipalities, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Assist in preparing project cost estimates and quantity takeoffs.
• Support permitting applications and regulatory approvals.
  
  

Construction Administration

• Assist during construction by reviewing shop drawings and contractor submittals.
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Conduct occasional field visits and site observations.
• Review construction activities for compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Document field observations and prepare inspection reports.
  
  

Regulatory Compliance

• Prepare permit applications and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable engineering standards and environmental regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of evolving engineering codes, standards, and best practices.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 1-5 years of professional civil engineering experience or equivalent internship/co-op experience.
• Experience or coursework related to municipal engineering or civil site design.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and design practices.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for occasional site visits.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam.
• Experience with municipal infrastructure projects.
• Experience preparing SWPPP reports.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Experience with roadway and stormwater design.
• Familiarity with erosion and sediment control requirements.
• Experience working with local municipalities or public agencies.
• Interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
  
  

Required

Technical Skills

• AutoCAD Civil 3D (Preferred)
• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Engineering Calculations
• Technical Report Writing
• Construction Documentation
• Quantity Takeoffs
  
  

Preferred

• HydroCAD
• HEC-RAS
• HEC-HMS
• WaterCAD
• SewerGEMS
• ArcGIS
• Bluebeam Revu
• MicroStation (Preferred)
• Stormwater Modeling Software
  
  

Areas Of Engineering Experience

• Municipal Engineering
• Civil Site Design
• Public Infrastructure
• Stormwater Management
• Roadway Design
• Water Distribution Systems
• Wastewater Collection Systems
• Water Treatment
• Wastewater Treatment
• SWPPP Preparation
• Erosion & Sediment Control
• Utility Design
• Construction Administration
  
  

Core Competencies

• Civil Engineering Design
• Technical Report Writing
• Engineering Analysis
• Municipal Infrastructure
• Stormwater Management
• Problem Solving
• Team Collaboration
• Project Coordination
• Construction Documentation
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Regulatory Compliance
  
  

What You'll Do

• Design and support municipal infrastructure projects.
• Prepare engineering reports, calculations, and construction documents.
• Assist with stormwater, roadway, water, and wastewater engineering.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in field inspections and construction support.
• Develop technical solutions that improve public infrastructure.
• Build the experience needed to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive Salary (DOE)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Company 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Plan
• Professional Development Assistance
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Career Growth and Mentorship
• Stable Full-Time Employment
  
  

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic Civil Engineer with 1-5 years of experience who is eager to build a long-term career in municipal consulting engineering. They possess strong technical abilities, excellent communication skills, and a desire to work on impactful infrastructure projects that improve local communities. Candidates pursuing their Professional Engineer (PE) license and committed to continuous professional development are strongly encouraged to apply.