Entry level landscape designer Jobs in USA

Company Description

Stonefield Engineering & Design, a full-service Professional Engineering and Consulting Firm, is recruiting an enthusiastic and goal-driven Landscape Designer. Our firm offers a unique career opportunity for candidates as passionate about personal and professional growth as our team is. We are committed to providing the highest level of engineering expertise and customer service to our clients. For those who join the Stonefield team, we provide the tight-knit feel of a small firm while offering unparalleled access to management and opportunity for learning and career advancement.

Stonefield provides design, engineering and consulting services for real estate developers, universities, and public agencies. We are seeking to expand our boundaries and services at all times. Above all, we are problem-solvers and solution-finders for our clients and the communities we work in. We employ technology - from leading edge communication devices to geographic information system and 3-D modeling software - to provide accurate and easily comprehensible project documents to meet the objectives of our clients.

Our core office is located in the transit-oriented Borough of Rutherford, NJ with easy access to the Rutherford NJ Transit train and bus station. Alternatively, offices located within the tri-state region are within the business district of Princeton, NJ and in downtown Manhattan, NY.

Job Description

Stonefield Engineering and Design is currently recruiting a Landscape Designer to join the Site Design Team. This is a dynamic position that will offer the opportunity for diverse interaction and rapid growth. The right candidate will bring a strong technical background, interpersonal skills, intellectual curiosity, and a desire for continued growth and learning. As Stonefield is a multi-disciplinary firm, interest in cross disciplinary work within the field of civil engineering and consulting is encouraged. Job responsibilities will include design of site layout, grading, landscaping, and lighting. The position will also include project management responsibilities, zoning and land development permitting, field inspection, site plan drafting, rendering of photorealistic images, environmental impact assessment, and preparation of project reports.

Desired Skills & Experience

While there are numerous skills that will assist a new employee - such as knowledge in AutoCAD, grading and drainage design abilities, field experience, and technical writing - we are also intrigued by someone who seeks to overcome challenges and to be an innovator within the industry. The following minimum requirements are expected of candidates :

• 0 - 2 years professional experience
• Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Suite programs
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self-motivation and natural curiosity

Experience with site and grading design, zoning and site plan permitting process, plant identification, Civil 3D, and / or technical writing are a plus.

Benefits

Generous Paid-Time Off Policy

Full Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision) including a nutritionist program

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan