Career Opportunities with Sherwood Design Engineers
Careers at Sherwood Design Engineers
Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.
Sherwood is a civil and environmental engineering firm that is committed to investing in and embracing people, communities and the environment.
Our team has delivered net zero energy and net zero carbon systems, net positive water systems, resilient coastlines, natural resource protection, green streets, living roofs and more for thousands of clients in the region and across the globe. We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design, and systems based solutions for infrastructure and landscapes. Our focus is on the conservation and management of the consumption of all site resources — carbon, energy, water, and waste. We’ve worked on over thirty award-winning projects, and our work has been published locally and internationally.
Founded in 2003, our award-winning projects include Hudson Yards in New York (the largest private real estate development in U.S. history), San Francisco Better Streets Plan, Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, revitalization of the iconic waterfront Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the 35 square-km Baietan Urban Area Plan in the heart of Guangzhou, China.
Our mission is to engineer an environmentally and socially regenerative planet. Will you join us?
Role Summary
At Sherwood Design Engineers, we value collaboration that incorporates multiple perspectives, and believe that diverse ideas produce more robust and equitable solutions. We have an amazing opportunity for a driven and curious Design Engineer focused on site civil design to support our team.
Typically 2+ years of industry experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering - Civil and/or Environmental
Exercises sound judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional and innovative work.
Ability to apply prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks as a part of broader assignments
Has the ability to work with multiple site base files oriented in different coordinate frames and varying units
Experience in putting together plan set packages and providing redlines for drafters
Proficient in assembling and collating plan set packages
Construction Documentation experience on Commercial, Institutional, and Residential projects
Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and cloud-based collaboration software (Google Apps, Asana, Dropbox, Sharepoint, etc.)
Proficient in AutoCAD
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of civil design programs (Civil 3D, LDT, Hydro CAD, Flowmasters, StormCAD, etc)
Knowledge of Graphics programs (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
Certifications or other sustainability-oriented accreditation preferred (LEED,PE, etc.)
Knowledge of natural systems, green infrastructure, hydrology, GIS principles
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
Expected Outcomes
Research, design, develop, and evaluate plans, specifications, and layouts for residential, commercial, and industrial development projects, public works improvements, or other capital improvement projects using applied knowledge of civil engineering
Design naturally and physically built structures using knowledge of biology, statistics, dynamics, materials, kinematics, hydrology, hydraulics, and geotechnics
Prepare technical reports, create design specifications, and determine cost estimates
Oversee construction of projects to ensure adherence to design specifications
Ensure projects comply with local zoning and ordinances, as well as national regulatory requirements
Identify, evaluate, and document existing structures for signs for disrepair and provide design remedies as necessary
Create and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
Use drafting tools or computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and software in design work. May manage project schedules and budgets
May be required to approve designs that can impact the health, safety, and welfare of the general public, as required by law
What We Offer
Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year
Flexible working - with every other Friday off
Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans
Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit
Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
Automatic 401k enrollment
Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work
A tangible opportunity to truly help the environment!
Compensation:
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $89,626 to $109,543. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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