Project Engineer - Civil Land Development
$78K - $104K/yr
Additionally, you will tackle engineering issues for various land development projects. We're ... sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and ...
$78K - $104K/yr
Additionally, you will tackle engineering issues for various land development projects. We're ... sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and ...
$78K - $104K/yr
Additionally, you will tackle engineering issues for various land development projects. We're ... sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and ...
Rochester, MI · On-site
$78K - $104K/yr
Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services ... sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and ...
Rochester, MI · On-site
$78K - $104K/yr
Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services ... sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and ...
$78K - $104K/yr
Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services ... sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and ...
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$78K - $104K/yr
Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services ... sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and ...
$80K - $106K/yr
Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services ... sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and ...
Quick apply
$80K - $106K/yr
Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services ... sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$98K - $124K/yr
Engineering design for numerous roadway drainage and design-build projects including collector ... Utilize various design software including MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3d, Microsoft ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$98K - $124K/yr
Engineering design for numerous roadway drainage and design-build projects including collector ... Utilize various design software including MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3d, Microsoft ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$98K - $124K/yr
Engineering design for numerous roadway drainage and design-build projects including collector ... Utilize various design software including MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3d, Microsoft ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$98K - $124K/yr
Engineering design for numerous roadway drainage and design-build projects including collector ... Utilize various design software including MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3d, Microsoft ...
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To thrive as a FEMA Civil Engineering professional, you need a solid background in civil engineering principles, project management, and infrastructure design, typically supported by a civil engineering degree and licensure (PE or EIT). Familiarity with FEMA-specific guidelines, hazard assessment tools, GIS software, and emergency management systems is crucial. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and clear communication skills help you excel when collaborating across agencies and disciplines. These skills ensure successful delivery of projects that improve community resilience during disaster response and recovery.
A FEMA Civil Engineering job involves assessing, designing, and implementing infrastructure solutions for disaster response and recovery. Engineers in these roles evaluate damaged structures, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and support hazard mitigation projects. They work closely with local governments and communities to rebuild resilient infrastructure. These positions require expertise in structural analysis, floodplain management, and emergency preparedness.
Civil engineers at FEMA are commonly involved in disaster recovery and mitigation projects, such as assessing and repairing damaged infrastructure, performing hazard risk assessments, and designing floodplain management or mitigation solutions. You might also contribute to the development of resilient building standards, review grant applications for public infrastructure improvements, or provide technical guidance to state and local agencies. Civil engineers regularly collaborate with emergency managers, environmental specialists, and local stakeholders, making teamwork and adaptability essential. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on community safety and resilience, while gaining valuable experience in emergency management and federal project execution.

$78K - $104K/yr
Full-time
Re-posted 13 days ago
8.7
Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
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We are excited to announce an opening for the Project Engineer position! In this role, you will be a vital part of our project team, leading design aspects, maintaining project budgets and schedules, and providing your technical expertise. You'll have the opportunity to train and mentor project teams on all projects, including those that are more complex and larger in scale. Additionally, you will tackle engineering issues for various land development projects. We're looking for someone who can develop and demonstrate proficiency in the essential functions of the job outlined below.
As a Project Engineer, you will:
- Direct the project team on various assignments as guided by the Project Manager, offering technical training and support.
- Recommend and implement design changes such as grading, utility sizing, and other modifications as requested by clients.
- Collaborate with project team members and clients to prepare project proposals.
- Draft, review, and finalize preliminary and final site plans, documents, and computations, which include preparing reports, opinions, and recommendations for the Project Manager regarding project direction; hydrology/hydraulic studies, due diligence/site analysis reports, engineer's opinion of probable costs, project schedules, utility computations, detention/retention computations, storm sewer reports, local and state permit applications, storm water reports, soils reports, earthwork volume calculations, StormCAD reports, WaterCAD reports, and preliminary grading.
- Complete edits and modify plans as reviewed by agencies, municipalities, and clients as directed.
- Research local/state requirements on properties and projects for zoning, and conduct site visits and field assignments as needed.
- Review project survey data to analyze existing site conditions and factors for development, including legal descriptions, ALT A surveys, easement documents, and condo documents.
- Provide construction-related services and guide junior team members in completing tasks such as permit applications, cut sheets, quantity estimates, and transmittals; organize site plans, construction plans, construction sheet set-up and assembly, and other related construction documents.
- Review permit applications, quantity and cost estimates, and transmittals, resolve construction issues, and serve as field engineer during construction.
- Support Atwell's training and development programs by providing specialized training and/or mentoring in your area of expertise, preparing and/or reviewing technical training materials, and serving as a technical discipline/subject matter expert.
- Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software packages to complete assignments on time and within the standards outlined in the Atwell Product Quality Manual.
- Initiate communication with clients, municipalities, and agencies as required by the project in accordance with the Project Manager.
- Keep the Project Manager and Team Leader updated on workload status.
- Apply fundamental engineering concepts to practical situations and manage your workload effectively.
Additional certifications or licenses held are a plus!
Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
Project Engineer
- Provide support and participate in litigation matters by offering expert witness testimony as directed.
- Respond to review letters and modify plans from agencies, municipalities, and clients as directed.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering is required.
PE License is required.
Experience
We're looking for candidates with four (4) or more years of experience.
Experience with various reports associated with projects such as soil, storm water, storm sewer, FEMA, environmental, traffic, wetlands, lease agreements, easements, covenants and restrictions, purchase agreements, annexation agreements, water flow test reports, etc.
Experience leading to knowledge of the local construction market and contacts is preferred.
Advanced knowledge of designing land development projects is a must.
Experience managing and mentoring other employees is highly valued.
Proficiency in your group's understanding and application of the following technical skills:
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Grading Design
- Hydraulics
- Hydrology
-- Site Planning
- Soil Erosion
- Pump Station Design
- Sanitary (Septic) Design
- Sanitary (Sewer) Design
- Storm Water Operator
- Storm Water Management Design
- Earthworks
- Plan Interpretation
- Preliminary Grading
- Storm Sewer
- Storm Water Detention
- Water Main Design
- Well Water Design
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501 - 1,000 Employees
Southfield, MI, US
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