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Lead Civil Engineer -- Energy & Industrial Group
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Reading, PA, 19601
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
Description
- This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your civil engineering degree and skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other engineers and/or designers in the design, modification, and analysis of power plant, substations, transmission lines and similar heavy industrial systems.
- As a member of a multi-disciplined engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of power plant projects and perform civil site development work including creating calculations, designs, and specifications.
- As a member of the Civil Engineering group, you will coordinate with project managers, client personnel, contractors and suppliers, and permitting agency personnel as necessary to ensure a complete and timely design.
- Depending on the scope of work and the complexity of the design, you may guide other civil engineers and civil designers in taking on and completing civil engineering project work.
- Your responsibilities may also include the following:
- Prepare calculations relating to storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, pavement thickness, ponds and landfills, and earthwork, to support design and permitting.
- Prepare technical specifications to define construction requirements.
- Prepare site layout, grading, and drainage designs, and work with designers to accurately portray designs in 3-D models and design drawings.
- Design storm drainage systems, roads, trackwork, water storage and wastewater disposal ponds, and solid waste landfills.
- Review contractor and material submittal drawings and other vendor documentation for conformity with technical specifications.
- There is the potential for you to travel to client offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- A B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
- PE license required. Preferably in New Jersey, Maryland, and/or other states in the East Coast of the United States.
- Ten or more years of working in a project team environment in the design of heavy industrial projects, power plant experience preferred, with specific experience in site grading and mass earthwork, storm water management, sanitary sewage systems, process wastewater systems, and road and railroad track design.
- Experience in technical writing for reports, calculations, and specifications for civil engineering activities.
- Experience in preparing, submitting, and obtaining site related design and environmental permits from a wide variety of regulatory agencies.
- Proficiency with one or more of the following civil engineering design tools: AutoDesk Civil 3D, StormCad, PondPack, and AutoTurn,
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work in a team environment is essential.
- This position in based in Hamilton, NJ and may require occasional travel.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Experience with coal combustion residuals management and disposal preferred.
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$116,620.00 - $179,890.00Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.About This Business Unit
The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.
Awards & Recognition
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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Frequently asked questions
For a Lead Civil Engineer in Reading, PA, holding a PE license, especially in New Jersey or Maryland, is highly valued. Certifications in stormwater management and environmental permitting also boost credibility, given the region's regulatory landscape and the energy industry's emphasis on compliance.
Sargent & Lundy's hybrid model, requiring three in-office days weekly, fosters critical face-to-face teamwork for complex power plant design tasks, while remote days offer focused time for detailed civil engineering calculations and technical writing, striking a balance between collaboration and deep work.
Effective communication, technical mentorship, and proactive coordination with project managers and contractors stand out as key leadership traits. The role demands steering multi-disciplinary teams through intricate site grading, permitting, and design challenges in power plants and industrial environments.
Yes, engineers must address stringent environmental regulations and seasonal rainfall variations typical to the Mid-Atlantic. Designing stormwater systems requires balancing effective drainage with permit compliance, especially in industrial settings like power plants where contamination risks are heightened.
Reading's proximity to key energy hubs and industrial facilities creates moderate competition for seasoned civil engineers. Demand favors candidates with specialized power plant experience and PE licensure, while companies like Sargent & Lundy offer compelling packages to attract top talent.
Lead Civil Engineers in Reading, PA, focusing on energy and industrial projects typically see compensation between $116,620 and $179,890 annually, reflective of their advanced expertise in heavy industrial design, PE licensure, and project leadership in complex environments.
Sargent & Lundy emphasizes multidisciplinary project exposure, including cutting-edge decarbonization efforts and renewable integration, offering career growth through diverse technical challenges and leadership in pioneering technologies within their Energy & Industrial Group.
Expect a culture deeply invested in employee well-being with award-winning benefits and a collaborative environment. The firm values clear communication and teamwork, particularly within hybrid work settings, supporting a balanced approach to demanding heavy industrial engineering projects.
The role involves detailed engineering for photovoltaic solar projects and energy storage integration, supporting the company's leadership in carbon capture and hydrogen power technologies. This contribution aligns with Sargent & Lundy's commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, StormCAD, PondPack, and AutoTURN is critical, enabling precise site layout, stormwater system design, and earthwork calculations. Mastery of these tools ensures efficient handling of complex civil engineering tasks in energy and industrial sectors.