Civil Engineer - Land Development EIT (May 2027)

Sambatek, LLC is a professional services firm that specializes in civil engineering, planning, surveying, and environmental services. We serve public and private clients throughout the country with office locations in Minnesota and North Carolina. We embrace challenging projects and work hard to help our clients find success.

Summary

The Project Engineer position is a great opportunity to start your career with a team focused on commercial land development projects, typically ranging from 1–5 acres. Each week brings new opportunities to learn and solve problems related to site planning, grading, utility design, and stormwater management.

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and project managers, gaining exposure to projects from the early planning stages through construction. We’re looking for someone who is curious, eager to learn, and ready to grow their career while serving clients and working with a great group of coworkers.

• Work Location: On-site with flexible work arrangements
• Pay Rate Type: Hourly with overtime rate of 1.5x base pay for all hours worked over 40 in a week (Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications)
• Projected start date: May 2027

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering fundamentals to prepare complete and accurate project documents at key project milestones
• Assist with the design of commercial land development projects, including site layout, grading, utilities, and stormwater management
• Prepare a variety of plans and exhibits, from early concept drawings and preliminary designs through construction documents.
• Assist Project Managers with design coordination between clients, contractors, geotechnical consultants, surveyors, and other project disciplines
• Review survey and other project information and incorporate it into design plans
• Perform basic engineering calculations and assist with technical reports and project documentation
• Participate in project meetings and communicate with team members to help keep projects moving forward
• Learn and apply applicable local, state, and industry standards to project designs
• Work collaboratively with other engineers, surveyors, and project team members to develop practical solutions for clients.
• Grow your technical and project management skills through hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to a variety of commercial projects

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred
• 0–3 years of experience in civil engineering, internships included
• Exposure to or coursework using Civil 3D; experience with grading and site design is a plus
• Interest in commercial land development and site design
• Basic understanding of grading, utilities, stormwater management, and erosion control concepts
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills
• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow professionally in a team-based environment

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment
• Ability to occasionally move equipment/objects weighing up to 10 pounds

Benefit Information

Regular full-time employees will have access to:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• HSA and FSA options
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits such as additional life insurance coverage, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement 401(k) plan with company match

Sambatek, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We select candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, and any other category protected by law.