Project Engineer – Power Group

Verdantas

Project Engineer designing power utility, site development, and infrastructure projects for Verdantas, an environmental and sustainable engineering consultancy. Coordinating permitting, utilities, stormwater, and construction deliverables across Pennsylvania locations.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeWilkes-Barre • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $89,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil engineering design and technical analysis for power utility and land development projects, with a strong focus on stormwater management, grading, and utility infrastructure systems. Proficient in project planning, permitting processes, and collaboration with clients and regulatory agencies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Civil Engineering DesignStormwater ManagementAutoCAD Civil 3DEngineer-in-Training (EIT) CertificationSite Development

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Hard Skills

Technical AnalysisGrading DesignDrainage DesignUtility InfrastructureErosion ControlHydrologic ModelingHydraulic ModelingSite LayoutProject SchedulingCost Estimation

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringProject ManagementCommunicationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Power UtilityLand DevelopmentPermitting ProcessesSite DesignConstruction Plans

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform civil engineering design and technical analysis for power utility and land development projects
Prepare and review site development, grading, utility, access, and construction plans
Design and analyze stormwater management, drainage, erosion and sediment control, grading, earthwork, roadway, access, and utility infrastructure systems
Coordinate with power utility clients and stakeholders on access, constructability, right-of-way, permitting, and utility infrastructure needs
Coordinate permitting efforts and prepare applications for municipal, county, and state review agencies
Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and project delivery
Collaborate with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams
Conduct site visits and field investigations as needed
Assist with proposals, technical reports, cost estimates, and project documentation
Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while continuing professional development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
4-8 years of experience in civil engineering focused on power utility, land development, site design, or related infrastructure projects
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or in progress
Experience preparing land development, utility site, access, and permit applications
Experience supporting electric utility clients such as PPL is a plus
Proven experience in site layout and design, stormwater management, grading and drainage design, utility infrastructure, erosion and sediment control
Knowledge of local and state permitting processes
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software is a plus
Ability to manage multiple priorities while contributing effectively to project teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Work Environment
Paid Parental Leave
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off + Holidays
Professional development opportunities