Professional Engineer at Themischgroup — Miami, FL
Full job description
Professional Engineer – Civil Land Development
Location: Boca Raton, Florida or Port St. Lucie, Florida
Primarily onsite. Limited remote flexibility may be considered only for highly experienced candidates with extensive South Florida land development experience.
Employment Type: Full-time, W2
Compensation
Base Salary: $75,000 to $120,000+ depending on experience
Targeting lower to mid-range for mid-level engineers
Absolute hard cap approximately $150,000 base
- Performance-based discretionary bonuses historically paid annually
- Overtime paid at time and a half over 40 hours
Compensation is determined by licensure status, technical production capability, and level of independent responsibility.
Schedule
Monday through Friday
Office hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Overtime available based on workload
Travel
Local municipal meetings and project site visits as required within South Florida.
About the Opportunity
This is a hands-on civil engineering role within an established South Florida land development and municipal services firm founded in 1982. The firm maintains long-standing relationships with major homebuilders and private developers and operates with a consistent project backlog and steady growth.
This position exists due to sustained project volume and continued expansion. The firm is seeking a licensed Florida Professional Engineer capable of independently executing land development design work and managing permitting processes.
Position Overview
The Professional Engineer will execute and oversee civil engineering design projects focused exclusively on land development.
This is not a purely managerial role. The selected candidate must actively perform technical design, calculations, drafting, and permitting work using AutoCAD Civil 3D. The role requires ownership of projects from design through permitting and construction support.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Design and Calculations
- Perform and review stormwater management calculations
- Design potable water distribution systems
- Design sanitary sewer collection and transmission systems
- Prepare detailed engineering calculations
- Utilize ICPR for stormwater modeling when applicable
Plan Preparation and Technical Production
- Prepare technical specifications and construction drawings
- Design land development infrastructure including roadways, water systems, sewer systems, and drainage systems
- Perform own drafting in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Review and approve shop drawings and material specifications
Permitting and Regulatory Coordination
- Prepare and process permits through applicable agencies
- Interface directly with South Florida municipalities
- Deliver complete technical document packages
- Process certifications and closeouts of permits
Project and Client Interface
- Coordinate with clients, engineers, CAD staff, and internal teams
- Attend and participate in project meetings
- Prepare site construction cost estimates
- Maintain organization and technical accuracy across multiple projects
Construction Phase Services
- Provide construction inspection services
- Support field coordination and respond to technical questions during construction