About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Civil Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Civil Engineer will support civil site design and permitting under the supervision of senior staff and project managers. Typical responsibilities include:

• Prepare site layouts, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, erosion & sediment control plans, and stormwater-management designs
• Perform site grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility calculations per local, state, and federal requirements
• Conduct technical analyses, engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates
• Prepare and coordinate site development permit applications and assist with agency reviews and approvals
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, landscape architects, surveyors, contractors, and other engineers
• Review survey information, existing conditions, construction plans, and specifications for accuracy and coordination
• Provide engineering support during construction: respond to RFIs, review submittals, and participate in field inspections
• Ensure designs comply with zoning requirements, codes, standards, and industry best practices
• Assist with research and preparation of project specifications, technical reports, and other documentation

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Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (entry-level)
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred but not required
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; familiarity with Excel for calculations and tabulation
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret survey data, site plans, engineering drawings, and technical specifications
• Comfortable working independently and as part of project teams; able to participate in occasional field visits

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Experience or coursework in stormwater management, hydrology/hydraulics, and erosion control design
• Familiarity with permitting processes and local agency reviews
• Exposure to Civil 3D or other civil site design applications

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay: $53,903 per year (estimated)
• Competitive benefits typically include standard medical, dental, retirement, and paid time off programs (actual benefits set by the hiring organization)
• Professional development and training opportunities

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Location & Work Authorization

• Work location: Allentown, PA (on-site / field visits as required)
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

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Additional Details

• Employment type: Full-time (standard professional engineering role)
• This posting is on behalf of a Confidential Client. Careertakes is facilitating the recruitment.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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