Entry Level Civil Engineer

Salas O'Brien

Merritt Island, FLFresher13m agovia LinkedInH-1B sponsor · 4 entry-level filings

Key Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with a team of multi-discipline engineers to produce high quality, code-compliant design documents within an established schedule and budget.
  • Perform site visits, review as-built documentation, codes, and regulations to understand existing site conditions and assess project needs, requirements, and limitations.
  • Develop construction drawings, construction specifications, calculations, reports, cost estimates, and permit applications.
  • Perform design in technical areas including:
  • Stormwater: design for grading and stormwater collection and conveyance systems, design and permitting of stormwater treatment systems, construction stormwater best management practices.
  • Utilities: water (potable and fire suppression distribution), sanitary sewer (force main, gravity flow, and lift stations), and natural gas system design; routing design of electrical and communication systems.
  • Pavement: structural and geometry design of asphalt, concrete, and unpaved roadways.
  • Sitework: design of site improvements and elements including pedestrian pavements, bollards, fencing, and similar.
  • Environmental: due diligence site reviews, environmental site assessments, development of requirements for sampling and survey including hazardous materials (asbestos, PCB, RECRA metals) and biological impacts.
  • Associated general design elements: earthwork, minor structures and foundations.
  • Develop requirements for specialty subcontractors for geotechnical investigations, subsurface utility locates, topographic surveys, and hazardous material sampling / surveys.
  • Development of construction specification packages.
  • Detailed cost analyses and material take-offs of a variety of building types, sites, and utility systems.
  • Construction management for ongoing construction efforts.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • BS Civil Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program.
  • FE Certification (required).
  • Ability to obtain PE Certification within four (4) years.
  • Internships and co-operative education experience in the civil engineering field are a plus.
  • Education in some or all areas listed under the “Responsibilities” section.
  • Additional valued areas of experience include shoreline / marine engineering experience and construction management experience.
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e-mail applications.
  • Effective interpersonal skills and strong communication (written and verbal).
  • Confident and ambitious problem solver.
  • Creative and innovative – Self-directed initiative.
  • Collaborative – work independently but readily seek guidance.
  • Adaptable – flexible and willing to work on various projects and tasks.
  • Dependable.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Valid / Unrestricted driver’s license.
  • Must be a US Citizen for Security Clearance requirements.
  • Ability to obtain clearance from the Defense Security Service and other Federal Government Agencies.

Work Environment & Location

  • Most work is performed in an office environment.
  • Field investigations and construction support require regular trips to operating facilities and active construction sites.
  • This position may be filled through our Merritt Island, FL office.
  • A hybrid work environment is anticipated with a balance of working from the office and from home.
  • Travel: Up to 25%. Willingness to travel to project locations.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Expected base salary range: $72,000 - $80,000 USD per year.
  • Eligible for performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive U.S. based benefits package:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off and company holidays.
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources.
  • Professional development support.

H-1B sponsor

Salas O'Brien filed 4 entry-level H-1B applications for new hires (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026, Department of Labor).

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