Engineering

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve.

We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Verdantas is seeking a Staff Engineer I at our Blue Ash, Ohio and Fort Mitchell, Kentucky Office. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates or emerging professionals ready to transition from academic learning to impactful, real-world engineering. As a Staff I Engineer, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous growth. You’ll contribute to meaningful projects that drive environmental and infrastructure solutions, while gaining hands-on experience in design, development, and problem-solving.

We’re looking for a talented and inquisitive individual who’s eager to apply their technical knowledge, learn from experienced mentors, and build a strong foundation for a successful engineering career. At Verdantas, you’ll be welcomed into an environment that celebrates your contributions, supports your professional development in the Civil Engineering field, and invests in your future. Ranked the #1 firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group and Verdantas employees, this isn’t just a job—it’s your next big step.

• Support civil infrastructure projects for Northern Kentucky cities, counties, and private clients, including roadway design, stormwater and drainage improvements, and utility infrastructure
• Assist in preparing engineering plans, drawings, and technical specifications for roadway, transportation, and traffic improvements such as reconstruction, resurfacing, widening, traffic analysis, drainage analysis, sidewalks, bikeways, private development, and utility layouts
• Perform engineering analysis and calculations using established methods and software tools, including stormwater drainage calculations, grading volume computations, and basic structural checks for small structures
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to model terrain and design elements, and Microsoft Excel for data tabulation and engineering formulas
• Prepare cost estimates and project documentation, including construction cost estimates, technical reports, and permit application packages, ensuring compliance with Kentucky standards and permitting requirements (KYTC, KY Division of Water, etc.)
• Support construction administration by performing site inspections, documenting progress, responding to field questions, and assisting with project closeout documentation and as-built drawings
• Collaborate across disciplines and project types, gaining exposure to municipal infrastructure, land development, and environmental consulting; multi-task across roadway design, site grading, storm sewer modeling, waterline layouts, and traffic control plans
• Leverage technical and software skills including AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Participate in professional development under the supervision of licensed engineers, with mentorship, training, and hands-on experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• 0-2 years of experience in land development civil-site engineering
• Familiarity with HydroCAD or other stormwater modeling software
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D preferred
• EIT…