Site Development Engineer in Training

At ELR, our people come first.

We are committed to providing the highest standard of professional civil engineering expertise. We are an employee‑owned company. As an ESOP company, we know that to take care of our clients we must first take care of our own. ELR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are seeking an Engineer to become a part of our Site Group located in Columbus, Ohio.
The ideal candidate must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced setting.
This role involves collaborating with a Project Manager and other team members to support the design of various Civil and Site Development projects. The successful applicant will need to exhibit quick thinking and possess outstanding problem‑solving skills.
As a Site/Civil Engineer, your responsibilities will include generating and reviewing site design layouts, utilizing design manuals, standard detailed drawings, and utilizing your engineering expertise. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of state, county, and local municipal codes and regulations.

Your role will involve both independent work and collaboration with a team to aid in the coordination and preparation of site and civil construction documents and details. You will also collaborate with colleagues from other transportation disciplines, such as structures, hydraulics, and geotechnical engineering, to create high‑quality transportation plans for our clients. The position requires working with AutoCAD and/or other software to design and produce detailed site civil plans, grading and drainage design, and hydraulic analysis based on current state or municipal standards.

Candidate will also learn to obtain permits for commercial and residential site development projects.
You will report directly to one of our Project Managers, but our team operates cohesively, often working in partnership with other Engineers on various projects.

• 0-2 years of work experience in civil engineering
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering
• E.I. Certificate or the ability to obtain
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft’s Office software
• Previous experience working in a team environment
• Ability to follow instruction from team members and managers
• Ability to work and balance multiple project tasks
• Availability to work overtime when necessary
• AutoCAD experience preferred
• Travel may be necessary to attend project meetings, review project sites, or visit clients with use of a company vehicle, but use of a personal vehicle may be necessary at times.
• Site visits may require walking the project area to document field conditions, take photos of the project area, or investigate potential issues.

E.L. Robinson Engineering Co. is a diversified civil engineering and planning firm with proven performance and established experience. We have successfully and creatively designed and completed top‑quality engineering solutions since 1978 in multiple states across the Mid‑Atlantic and Mid‑West.

When applicable, ELR offers a competitive salary as well as a full suite of benefits, including:

• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurances
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match