Pennoni is hiring! In particular, we are looking for a Project Engineer to contribute to our municipal projects on a full-time, direct basis at our office in West Chester, PA.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Work on a variety of projects; this includes municipal engineering for Pennsylvania municipalities (including subdivision & land development reviews, road rehabilitation, stormwater management (SWM) / MS4, capital improvements, grant writing, and attendance at public meetings).
- Preparation of engineering reports.
- Work on project design and permitting.
- Review applications before planning, zoning, and/or land-use boards.
- Coordinate master planning-related tasks.
- Provide mentorship to less-experienced staff members.
- Perform (outdoor) construction inspection work, when needed.
- Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline (preferably Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering).
- 8+ years of professional experience working in Engineering, preferably with infrastructure / utility projects.
- PE license in PA (we will consider candidates who are able to successfully obtain their PE within 6 months of their start date).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Management and/or Project Management experience; proven ability to manage multi-discipline projects is preferred.
- Experience working on infrastructure / stormwater projects.
- Experience working on design and permitting activities.
- Experience working with water resources (such as stream and waterway restoration) is a plus!
- Proficiency with engineering tools (e.g.: CADD, GIS, analytical programs, etc.); experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and ArcGIS / ArcInfo is preferred.
- Experience H&H tools (e.g.: HydroCAD, InfoSWWM, OpenFlows WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, & SewerGEMS) is a plus!
- Proficiency on all standard Microsoft Office software applications (especially Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision while displaying a positive attitude.
- Excellent organizational skills, especially with a proven ability to work in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal & written); technical writing skills are strongly preferred!
Why Pennoni?
At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related discipline, preferably Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
- At least 8 years of professional engineering experience, preferably with infrastructure or utility projects
- Pennsylvania Professional Engineer license, or ability to obtain the PE license within six months of starting
- Management or project management experience
- Experience managing multidisciplinary projects
- Experience with infrastructure and stormwater projects
- Experience with engineering design and permitting activities
- Experience with water resources, including stream and waterway restoration
- Proficiency with engineering tools such as CADD, GIS, and analytical programs
- Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and ArcGIS or ArcInfo
- Experience with HydroCAD, InfoSWMM, OpenFlows WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, or SewerGEMS
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize multiple assignments
- Excellent verbal, written, and technical communication skills
What We Do
Pennoni is a multidisciplinary engineering and design consulting firm that partners with public and private clients to address infrastructure, environmental, and community challenges. Its capabilities span civil/site design, transportation and construction engineering, management and inspection, materials testing, environmental services, planning, surveying, and energy solutions. The firm develops smart, sustainable solutions intended to improve communities and help clients plan, design, build, and maintain resilient places.








