Civil Engineer - Land Development

Civil Engineer - Land Development

Department: Civil/Environmental
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: New Haven, CT
Compensation: $77,000 - $82,000 / year

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long‑lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work‑life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part‑time benefits, and generous PTO.

We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

We are seeking a motivated Civil Engineer to join our growing team supporting site and land development projects across the region. This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career engineer who wants to expand their technical design skills, gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of land development and site/civil projects, and work alongside experienced project managers in a collaborative, mentorship‑driven environment.

You’ll contribute to projects from concept through permitting and construction while building toward increased responsibility and clear professional growth. In this role, you will collaborate with engineers and scientists to support the technical execution of land development and site design projects, including site layout, grading, utilities, stormwater systems, and erosion & sediment control.

• Support Project Managers and senior staff in the design and delivery of site/civil and land development projects
• Prepare detailed site design plans including layout, grading, drainage, and utility design
• Assist with stormwater management system design and analysis
• Develop erosion and sediment control plans and details
• Prepare site plans, construction details, and supporting technical documents
• Perform engineering calculations and design support tasks
• Participate in field work and site investigations as needed
• Coordinate with internal team members and support multidisciplinary project efforts
• Assist with local and state permitting applications and supporting documentation

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (required)
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant site/civil or land development experience (required)
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D (required)
• Experience with Storm
  
  CAD and/or Hydro
  
  CAD preferred
• Experience with local and state permitting processes preferred
• FE/EIT certification preferred or ability to obtain within 2 years
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks

This is a hybrid role
, offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in‑office with a high‑performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We're committed to supporting work‑life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

• Schedule Flexibility
  :
  Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness
  :
  Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning
  :
  Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off
  :
  Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement
  :
  Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture
  :
  Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position
All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Fuss & O’Neill participates in the Federal e‑Verify program.