Jr. Civil Engineer — Civil Infrastructure

Hovland Barnes
  • Tennessee
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Jr. Civil Engineer — Civil Infrastructure

    Full-time · On-site · 

    Here's the deal

    You just graduated with your engineering degree and you're ready to actually use it. We get it — and we've got a spot for you. This is a role where you'll work alongside licensed engineers on real projects, build real skills, and move steadily toward your PE. No coffee runs. No busywork. Just solid, hands-on civil engineering from day one.

    What you'll be doing

    You won't be sitting on the bench. Under the guidance of a licensed engineer, you'll be in the mix on active projects:

    • Running drainage, detention, storm sewer, water, and sanitary sewer calculations
    • Developing civil layouts and concept plans for residential subdivisions, multi-family, and commercial/industrial projects
    • Supporting infrastructure design — roadways, water systems, storm sewer, and sanitary sewer
    • Helping move projects through municipal and government approval processes
    • Working closely with CAD technicians to put together plan sets
    • Contributing to specs, SWPPP documents, permit applications, and construction contracts
    • Reviewing shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs
    • Attending client and government meetings — and occasionally presenting when the project calls for it
    • Managing your own deadlines and flagging issues before they become problems

    All of your work gets reviewed by a licensed engineer — that's not a limitation, that's how you learn fast.

    What we're looking for

    • Engineering degree (required) — EIT certification is a plus, but we'll support you through it if you're on your way
    • Someone hungry to grow, not just punch a clock
    • Detail-oriented and honest about what they know and what they're still learning
    • Good communicator — with teammates, clients, and the occasional city planner
    • Self-aware enough to ask for help when they need it and motivated enough not to need it constantly

    What's in it for you

    • Hands-on experience across a wide range of civil project types
    • Direct mentorship from licensed engineers who want to see you get your PE
    • Real exposure to clients, municipalities, and the full project lifecycle
    • A team culture that rewards initiative and gives you room to grow into more responsibility
    • A clear path forward — this role is built to develop into a full Design Engineer position

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationTennessee
    Websitehttps://www.hovlandbarnes.com

    Skills

    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Civil Engineeringunmatched
    • Civil Infrastructureunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Engineer in Training (EIT)unmatched
    • Governmentunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Project Lifecycleunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

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