Welcome to Verdantas where innovation meets sustainability and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas were redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources resilient land use energy transformation and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence across more than 90 offices is championed by a team of over 2000 experts scientists engineers geologists and technical specialists embedded in a people-focused culture prioritizing the well-being of our employees clients and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We dont just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being empowers your growth and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas your career goes beyond the expected and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities
Verdantas is seeking a Staff Engineer I for Summer 2026 at our Fort Mitchell Kentucky Office. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates or emerging professionals ready to transition from academic learning to impactful real-world engineering.
As a Staff I Engineer youll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation curiosity and continuous growth. Youll contribute to meaningful projects that drive environmental and infrastructure solutions while gaining hands-on experience in design development and problem-solving.
Were looking for a talented and inquisitive individual whos eager to apply their technical knowledge learn from experienced mentors and build a strong foundation for a successful engineering career.
At Verdantas youll be welcomed into an environment that celebrates your contributions supports your professional development in the Civil Engineering field and invests in your future. Ranked the #1 firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group and Verdantas employees this isnt just a jobits your next big step.
What Youll Do:
- Support civil infrastructure projects for Northern Kentucky cities counties and private clients including roadway design stormwater and drainage improvements and utility infrastructure
- Assist in preparing engineering plans drawings and technical specifications for roadway transportation and traffic improvements such as reconstruction resurfacing widening traffic analysis drainage analysis sidewalks bikeways private development and utility layouts
- Perform engineering analysis and calculations using established methods and software tools including stormwater drainage calculations grading volume computations and basic structural checks for small structures
- Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to model terrain and design elements and Microsoft Excel for data tabulation and engineering formulas
- Prepare cost estimates and project documentation including construction cost estimates technical reports and permit application packages ensuring compliance with Kentucky standards and permitting requirements (KYTC KY Division of Water etc.)
- Support construction administration by performing site inspections documenting progress responding to field questions and assisting with project closeout documentation and as-built drawings
- Collaborate across disciplines and project types gaining exposure to municipal infrastructure land development and environmental consulting; multi-task across roadway design site grading storm sewer modeling waterline layouts and traffic control plans
- Leverage technical and software skills including AutoCAD Civil 3D ArcGIS and Microsoft Office Suite
- Participate in professional development under the supervision of licensed engineers with mentorship training and hands-on experience
What You Bring:
- Bachelors degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
- 0-2 years of experience in land development civil-site engineering
- Familiarity with HydroCAD or other stormwater modeling software
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred
- EIT Preferred
- Familiarity with ArcGIS software is preferred
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Salary Range:
65000.00 - 70000.00
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance regardless of race gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression lifestyle age educational background national origin religion or physical ability. For us it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
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