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Location: HUNTSVILLE, Alabama
Title: Mid-Level Civil Engineer
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (0-25%)
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain

At LBYD Federal, Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsiveness, is the motto that we put into action every day.

We perform high quality engineering, architecture, and professional services in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, with our employees being our greatest asset. We offer you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects for a wide variety of federal clients nationwide. LBYD Federal prides ourselves in being responsive to our clients and partners by empowering you to make decisions and build trust on the front lines.

We provide exceptional opportunities for you to develop and grow your career through education, training, certifications, work assignments, and advancement. We also strive to maintain a 98% employee retention rate, by providing exceptional growth opportunities across affiliated business lines including Engineering, Environmental, Construction, and Mission Support activities.

LBYD Federal has a highly competitive benefits package including 401(k) matching and medical, dental, and life insurance options. We have a formalized mentorship program, professional development through North Wind University, a health & wellness program, and an employee service awards program to enhance your experience and job satisfaction. Additionally, we support the communities where we live and work by taking part in community fundraisers and volunteering through local organizations. LBYD Federal is a diverse, veteran-friendly firm that provides the right environment for leaders and results-oriented professionals to thrive. Come join our team!

POSITION PURPOSE:
This position is a mid-level engineer that will perform engineering tasks and coordinate and produce deliverables directly as well as within a team of designers. The ideal candidate for this position is a self-motivated individual capable of coordination with owners, clients, contractors, and building code officials and will be working closely with other design professionals both inside and outside our firm. Work will include a wide variety of civil engineering projects including water, sewer, geotechnical, grading, drainage, roadways, minor structures, and land development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce site/civil construction documents by studying project concepts, architectural drawings, surveys, site conditions, and site planning requirements.
• Prepare engineering documents. Develop construction plans, specifications, and schedules including layout, grading, drainage, erosion control, and utility plans.
• Responsible for meeting deadlines, coordinating budgets, managing scope, and developing client relationships.
• Responsible for managing permit submittal processes and coordination with review authorities.
• Technical design skills in water, sewer, site planning, grading plans, drainage plans and calculations, erosion and sediment control plans.
• Review the scope of services and desired deliverables for each project and develop a task list and schedule to review with the project team prior to starting work.
• Work with the client to obtain payment for work identified as work requests outside of contracted scope of services.
• Manage the schedule and flow of information among the design team and subconsultants.
• Review information received from the subconsultants to determine if all needed information has been obtained and for accuracy. Check all calculations where possible.
• Perform technical oversight for the completion of design plans and project specifications for civil projects. Project types may include commercial, industrial, residential, institutional and/or Federal.
• Provide the scheduling, budgeting, design scope, quality control and supervision of Project Engineers, Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians during the planning, design and construction of typical engineering projects
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality engineering services by our team of engineers to internal and external clients.
• Participate in improvements to processes, quality reviews of work by other engineers, and consulting with peers to further design by others

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consult with and assist coworker staff as needed.
• Ensure professional registrations are up to date.
• Interface both in person and remotely (videoconferencing, phone, etc.).
• Plan for and meet utilization goals as assigned.
• Review invoices and send to Accounting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• 10+ years of civil engineering experience
• Professional Engineer Licensure, ability to become licensed in additional states as needed.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Proficient with storm drainage design software (Hydrology Studio, Storm CAD, HEC-RAS, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately, follow procedures and schedules, and prioritize multiple tasks for highly technically capable individuals in a complex matrix environment.
• Ability and desire to develop business by participating in proposals
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detail

Special Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 25% of time
• Willing to work overtime as circumstances warrant.
• Able to work effectively in an office environment, but also able to work safely in the field e.g., walk-downs and inspections at construction projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience delivering engineering designs and analysis to federal government clients
• Experience with earned value reporting and baseline management
• Experience with BIM/REVIT
• PMP certification
• OSHA HAZWOPER 40hr Certifications
• First Aid, Fire Safety, CPR, etc. certifications
• USACE CQM Certification
• Familiar with SpecsIntact and Master Specs
• Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Position is primarily sedentary in nature but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. The work may involve exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily in typical office environment but may require periodic visits to construction sites requiring the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and an understanding of associated hazards.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.