Entry Civil Engineer - Water Services (2027 New Grads!)
CDM Smith
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- New Grad
- Salary
- $120.3k/yr
- Sponsorship
- Sponsors visa
- Posted
- 2h ago
About this role
Company Overview Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Job Description
Under direct supervision, supports the development of engineering designs for a variety of civil and water-related projects. This role provides opportunities to work on site development, water and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater management, hydraulics and hydrology, and structural applications while gaining experience with real-world engineering challenges and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Design: Develop basic-complexity designs involving site layout, grading and drainage, hydraulics and hydrology, water distribution and collection systems, storage tanks, impoundments, foundations, stormwater infrastructure and treatment, and occasional single-story structures. Project & Site Support: Conduct site reviews and studies as needed to evaluate existing conditions and ensure designs are appropriate for project and location-specific requirements. Update design requirements as project needs evolve. Regulatory & Quality Compliance: Review draft designs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while ensuring firm policies, procedures, and quality standards are incorporated into project deliverables. Technical Development: Contribute to the firm's technical knowledge base by developing white papers, technical design documentation, and materials related to new or specialized designs and studies. Professional & Industry Engagement: Prepare technical papers and designs for potential publication and support the development of posters and presentations for conferences and other professional events. Perform other duties as required. Skills & Abilities Basic Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Basic Knowledge of engineer principles of design. Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Good verbal and written communication skills.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. 0 years. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Amount of Travel Required 10% or less EEO Statement We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related