Design Engineer - Residential Land Development in Houston

Date Posted: Saturday, May 17, 2025

Job Snapshot

  • Employee Type:
    Permanent
  • Date Posted:
    Saturday, May 17, 2025

Job Description

Job Title: Design Engineer – Residential Land Development

Location: Houston, TX Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $90,000 – $115,000 per year (based on experience)

Design Your Future. Develop Communities. Grow with an Industry Leader.

Are you a creative, driven Design Engineer looking to work on meaningful residential land development projects? This is your opportunity to join an award-winning civil engineering firm that’s been transforming landscapes and careers for over 50 years.

Ranked among the Top 10 Design Firms in the Civil Engineering industry, this team is known not just for exceptional work, but for a culture where people stick around—because they’re valued, supported, and truly part of the family.

What You’ll Do:

  • Work with Project Managers to produce detailed design plans, specifications, and cost estimates

  • Develop smart, buildable solutions for residential land development projects

  • Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and engineering tools to bring site designs to life

  • Direct production work of CAD technicians and junior staff

  • Prepare written technical reports and engineering studies

  • Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing project team

What You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Agricultural Engineering (ABET-accredited)

  • At least 4 years of experience in civil design—residential, site, or commercial

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office Suite

  • Strong communication skills and an eye for practical, efficient design

  • Ability to work full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime

Why You’ll Love This Role:

  • Competitive salary: $90,000–$115,000/year

  • Performance-based bonus program for all employees

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, life, and disability insurance

  • 401(k) plan with a 100% company match up to 4%

  • Company-paid licensing, continuing education, and professional development

  • A people-first culture with exceptional employee retention and long-term career growth

If you're looking for a place where your talent is recognized, your growth is prioritized, and your work directly shapes the future of Houston’s communities—this is it.

Apply today and start building your next chapter.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.