Design Engineer II - Civil & Water Resources

OverviewCA | GA | NY | CRSherwood is a civil and environmental engineering firm committed to investing in and embracing people, communities, and the environment.Our team has delivered net zero energy and carbon systems, net positive water systems, resilient coastlines, natural resource protection, green streets, living roofs, and more for thousands of clients across the globe. We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design, and systems-based solutions for infrastructure and landscapes. Our focus is on the conservation and management of all site resources — carbon, energy, water, and waste.Founded in 2003, our award-winning projects include Hudson Yards in New York (the largest private real estate development in U.S. history), the San Francisco Better Streets Plan, the Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, the revitalization of Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the 35-square-kilometer Baietan Urban Area Plan in Guangzhou, China.Our mission is to engineer an environmentally and socially regenerative planet. Will you join us?RoleDesign Engineer II – Civil & Water ResourcesCA | GA | NY | CRRole SummarySherwood Design Engineers is seeking a driven, passionate, and curious Design Engineer II with a focus on civil site design, water resources, and natural infrastructure projects in Atlanta or NYC. This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives on interdisciplinary collaboration and wants to make a tangible impact through sustainable, resilient design.You'll work closely with architects, landscape architects, planners, and other engineers on projects ranging from urban redevelopment and campus design to watershed restoration and green infrastructure implementation. This role can work either out of Atlanta, GA or New York, New York.Minimum SkillsEducation: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering, or a related fieldExperience in civil site design and development or transportation projects focused on stormwater management, erosion/sediment control, and sustainable site designUnderstanding of stormwater management and hydrology with ability to apply foundational principles to drainage-related placement and sizing calculations as part of advancing plan set packages.Experience preparing and advancing plan set packages through all phases of designExtensive proficiency in Civil 3DKnowledge of survey base files, coordinate systems, and construction documentation for commercial, institutional, and residential projectsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiencesWorking knowledge of MS Office, Google Workspace, and cloud-based collaboration tools (Asana, Dropbox, SharePoint, etc.)Commitment to collaboration, innovation, and sustainabilityPreferred SkillsH&H modeling experience (e.g., HydroCAD, FlowMaster, StormCAD, or equivalent)Experience with GIS (ArcMap, GISPro)Familiarity with nature-based solutions (NBS), low impact development (LID), and green infrastructureStream and wetland restoration or geomorphology trainingKnowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)Sustainability certifications (LEED, Envision, or PE/EIT license preferred)Interest in regeneration and circular design principlesExpected OutcomesCreate, interpret, and review plans, drawings, and design details using CAD and modeling toolsSupport design and construction of sustainable and resilient infrastructure, ensuring compliance with local and national codes and documentationConduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for stormwater and watershed systemsPerform site assessments, field visits, and data collection to support project designPrepare technical reports, project specifications, and cost estimatesCollaborate across disciplines to integrate natural and engineered systems in innovative, regenerative waysParticipate in construction phase services, site inspections, and coordination with contractorsContribute to the continued development of Sherwood's best practices in sustainable design and water managementWhat We OfferEmployee ownership through ESOP eligibility after one yearFlexible schedule with every other Friday offCompetitive health, dental, and vision plans (PPO and HMO options)Learning & Development stipend for professional growthGenerous PTO and 8 paid holidaysAutomatic 401(k) enrollmentFun team events, lunches, and happy hoursA tangible opportunity to engineer a regenerative planetCompensationThe wage range for this role takes into account various factors including skill sets, experience, licensure, and location. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $78,000 - $95,000, depending on experience and location.Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. We consider employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.#J-18808-Ljbffr