• Staff Engineer I

    Verdantas (Mentor, OH)


    Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

     

    At Verdantas, we’re 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 2,000 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 don’t 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 **Mentor, Ohio,** 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, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous growth. You’ll contribute to meaningful projects that drive environmental and infrastructure solutions, while gaining hands-on experience in design, development, and problem-solving.

     

    We’re looking for a talented and inquisitive individual who’s eager to apply their technical knowledge, learn from experienced mentors, and build a strong foundation for a successful engineering career.

     

    At Verdantas, you’ll 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 isn’t just a job—it’s your next big step.

    What You'll Do:

    + Assist Project Managers with technical, and civil engineering design or provide Project Management

    + Perform technical engineering work associated with land development and/or water resources:

    + Stormwater management design

    + Site grading

    + Erosion and sediment control design

    + Prepare plans for agency/municipal review

    + Completion of various land development and environmental permitting applications

    + Attend meetings with municipal officials, engineers, developers, and contractors

    + Candidate should be a critical thinker, be willing to learn through trial and error, be self-motivated, and willing to put the full effort towards the task at hand

    + Candidate should have a strong desire to grow and advance as an engineer or technical designer

    What You Bring:

    + Associate degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution

    + Bachelor's degree is a plus

    + 0-2 years of experience in land development civil-site engineering

    + Familiarity with HydroCAD or other stormwater modeling software

    + Knowledge of green infrastructure practices, such as bioretention systems, permeable pavement, infiltration systems, and green roofs

    + Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D preferred

    + EIT Preferred

    + Familiarity with ArcGIS software is preferred

    + Strong written and oral communication skills

    Salary Range:

    65,000 - 70,000

    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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