Junior Environmental Engineer

LaBella Associates

. Support a diverse set of climate resilience-focused projects .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRochester • New York • United StatesJunior💰 $65,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil engineering principles, particularly in grading, drainage, and stormwater management, while effectively preparing technical documentation and engineering designs. Proficient in using engineering drafting tools and modeling software to support climate resilience projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Civil EngineeringAutoCAD Civil 3DHydrologic And Hydraulic Modeling SoftwareStormwater Management And Drainage DesignEngineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification

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Hard Skills

Engineering DraftingTechnical Documentation PreparationGrading DesignDrainage DesignStormwater ManagementSite DesignHydrologic ModelingHydraulic ModelingGISField Investigations

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationCollaborative TeamworkIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

AutoCAD Civil 3DHydroCADHEC-RASStormCADCivilStormGIS

Certifications & Qualifications

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification

Industry Keywords

Climate ResilienceWater Quality ImprovementFlood Risk ReductionStream RestorationWetland MitigationNature-Based SolutionsErosion ControlSWPPP Preparation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a diverse set of climate resilience-focused projects
Provide drafting support for engineering designs, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and site design for nature-based solutions
Prepare calculations and technical documentation
Provide technical writing support for studies and plans
Work both in the office and in the field
Develop engineering and design skills while taking on increasing responsibility
Contribute to projects that improve water quality, restore natural systems, reduce flood risk, and increase community and infrastructure resilience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
Approximately 1–5 years of relevant professional experience
Experience with engineering drafting and design using AutoCAD Civil 3D
Understanding of basic civil engineering principles related to grading, drainage, stormwater management, and site design
Ability to prepare clear engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documentation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, StormCAD, CivilStorm, or similar programs
Experience with stormwater management and drainage design
Familiarity with stream restoration, flood mitigation, wetland mitigation, or nature-based design
Experience with GIS and spatial data
Experience conducting engineering field investigations and collecting field data
Familiarity with erosion and sediment control practices and preparation of SWPPPs
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining EIT certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Work Schedule
Health/Dental Insurance
401k Plan with Employer Match
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long Term Disability
Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off
Leadership Development Program
Fitness Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Wellness Program
Team Building Events
Community Service Events
Year-end incentive pay
Employee assistance programs