Entry Level Civil Engineer (Summer 2027)
Sargent & Lundy
About the Role
This entry-level position offers the opportunity to utilize and expand civil engineering degree and skills within a multi-disciplined team environment. The role involves the design, modification, and analysis of power plant systems, as well as civil site development work including calculations, designs, and specifications for a wide range of power plant projects.
Target start date: Summer 2027.
This position does not offer sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare calculations for storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems and disposal fields, and earthwork to support design and permitting.
- Prepare technical specifications to define construction requirements.
- Prepare site layout, grading, and drainage designs.
- Design storm sewer systems, roads, trackwork, water storage and wastewater disposal ponds, and solid waste landfills.
- Collaborate with Designers to accurately portray designs in 3-D models and design drawings.
- Review shop drawings and other vendor documentation for conformity with specifications.
- Potential for travel to client offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- BS or MS in Civil Engineering.
- Proficiency with civil engineering software programs such as Civil 3D, StormCad, PondPack, and Mircrostation or AutoCad.
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Valued But Not Required Skills & Experience
- BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
- One or more years of related experience in site grading and drainage, storm sewer systems, road design, track design, ponds, and/or landfills.
- Related engineering internship or co-op work experience.
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
- Experience in writing and providing support documentation for Civil Engineering specifications or calculations.
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies such as data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools where relevant.
Compensation
Compensation Range: $62,998 - $90,586
About Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy offers comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off, and competitive benefits. The company has been recognized with the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
About This Business Unit
The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in advanced engineering solutions for power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects. EIG has designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, totaling over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity, and excels in areas including combined cycle projects, renewable energy, carbon capture, and energy storage integration.