Civil Engineering Specialist

STV is seeking a Civil Engineering Specialist to join our Buildings team in Philadelphia or Douglassville, Pennsylvania. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career civil engineer to contribute to a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, public-sector, educational, and transportation-related projects. Working alongside experienced engineers and project managers, you will support the planning, design, permitting, and construction of site and land development projects from concept through completion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and production of civil engineering plans for land development and site improvement projects.
• Prepare construction documents, permit applications, technical reports, calculations, and supporting design documentation.
• Develop site grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility, and erosion & sediment control designs.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare site layouts, construction drawings, and engineering models.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Support project permitting efforts and coordinate with regulatory agencies and local jurisdictions.
• Review contractor RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals during construction.
• Assist with construction administration and field observation activities as required.
• Support project schedules, budgets, and quality control processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
• 1–3 years of relevant civil engineering or land development experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design software.
• Knowledge of site design, grading, utility layouts, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control principles.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting requirements and applicable engineering standards.
• Strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Why Join STV?

At STV, you'll work alongside industry-leading professionals on impactful projects that shape communities and improve infrastructure. We offer opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, technical development, and career advancement while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

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Compensation Range $75,656.68 - $86,464.77

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.