Careers at Sungate

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Water Resources Engineer 3 located in Raleigh, NC. The Water Resources Engineer will support the delivery of water resources projects, including storm drainage design, stormwater management plans, and bridge and culvert hydraulic analysis. The engineer will collaborate with project teams to develop and implement effective solutions that comply with regulatory requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities may include preparing design calculations, conducting site assessments, developing project deliverables, preparing scopes of work and fee estimates, and assisting in the completion of project objectives.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assisting with storm drainage, hydraulic, hydrologic, and erosion control designs for transportation and municipal projects
• Coordinating with project managers, engineers, and designers to support project delivery
• Preparing engineering analyses, technical reports, and construction documents
• Reviewing stormwater plans developed by consultants for NCDOT and municipal clients
• Supporting permit applications and coordination with regulatory agencies
• Participating in field reviews and site visits as needed
• Contributing to the development and refinement of design standards, workflows, and best practices
• Collaborating with internal staff, subconsultants, and clients to support successful project execution

This role is ideal for an engineer who is looking to expand their technical expertise in water resources engineering, develop project delivery skills, and grow within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Hydraulics & Hydrologic Modeling, Storm Drainage Design, and Erosion Control Design
• Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer (ORD)
• Experience using hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HY-8, HydroCAD, or similar tools
• General understanding of federal, state, and local regulations related to stormwater and environmental compliance
• Experience with NCDOT Guidelines and Procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification preferred or ability to obtain

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Roadway Engineer 3 located in Raleigh, NC. The Roadway Engineer will support the delivery of transportation projects, including roadway design, corridor improvements, intersection design, and roadway widening projects. The engineer will collaborate with project teams to develop and implement effective design solutions that comply with NCDOT and local agency requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities may include preparing design calculations, developing construction plans, assisting with project deliverables, preparing scopes of work and fee estimates, and supporting the successful completion of project objectives.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assisting with roadway design for NCDOT and municipal projects
• Developing roadway alignments, profiles, cross sections, and construction plan sheets
• Coordinating with project managers, engineers, and designers to support project delivery
• Preparing engineering analyses, technical reports, and construction documents
• Assisting with maintenance of traffic, signing and pavement marking designs
• Participating in field reviews and site visits as needed
• Contributing to the development and refinement of design standards, workflows, and best practices
• Collaborating with internal staff, subconsultants, and clients to support successful project execution

This role is ideal for an engineer who is looking to expand their technical expertise in roadway design, develop project delivery skills, and grow within a collaborative and supportive transportation engineering team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in roadway design for NCDOT or municipal infrastructure projects
• Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer (ORD)
• Experience preparing roadway construction plans and supporting design calculations
• Familiarity with NCDOT roadway design standards, guidelines, and procedures
• Understanding of transportation engineering principles, roadway geometrics, and plan development
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, including hydraulics, structures, traffic, and utilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification preferred or ability to obtain

Role Description

Sungate Design Group, PA is seeking a qualified candidate to manage and lead our growing survey group in our Raleigh, NC office. This position will manage all aspects of the survey group, including project management, field crew coordination and oversight, and QAQC. The selected candidate will also assist with field work and production of CAD deliverables.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Supervision and coordination of survey CAD technicians and field crews
• Prepare scope and fee estimates for survey projects
• Manage and execute survey projects from scoping to deliverables
• Prepare and review survey deliverables including ALTA, boundary, topographic, existing conditions, subdivision, recombination, and easement surveys.
• Assist with client and business development for surveying services

Qualifications

• Licensed land surveyor in the start of North Carolina
• Bachelor’s or associate degree in surveying preferred
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience working as a full-time land surveyor
• Experience in performing and managing survey projects, including field work, drafting, budget, and schedule.
• Proficient in survey CAD software such as Carlson or OpenRoads
• Proficient using Trimble Access and Business Center software.
• Proficient in conventional (total station) and GPS surveying techniques
• Driver’s license required
• NCDOT surveying experience preferred

Role Description

This is a temporary full-time, on-site role for a Water Resources Engineering Intern located in Raleigh, NC. The Water Resources Engineering Intern will support water resources and transportation projects involving storm drainage design, stormwater management, hydraulic analysis, and erosion and sediment control design. Working under the supervision of licensed engineers, the intern will assist with engineering evaluations, plan preparation, and technical documentation while developing practical experience in water resources engineering.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assisting with storm drainage design and hydraulic analyses for transportation and municipal projects
• Supporting the preparation of stormwater management and erosion control plans
• Assisting with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software
• Preparing calculations, technical reports, and project documentation
• Utilizing OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and other engineering software to support project development
• Participating in field reviews and site visits as needed
• Supporting permit applications and regulatory coordination efforts
• Learning and applying NCDOT standards, guidelines, and water resources design procedures
• Assisting engineers and project managers with project deliverables

This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate interested in water resources engineering, stormwater management, and transportation hydraulics who is eager to develop technical skills in a collaborative consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Interest in water resources, stormwater management, and hydraulic design
• Familiarity with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HY-8, HydroCAD, or similar tools is preferred
• Familiarity with OpenRoads Designer (ORD) is preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Previous internship, co-op, or engineering-related experience is a plus
• EI certification is a plus but not required

Role Description

This is a temporary full-time, on-site role for a Roadway Engineering Intern located in Raleigh, NC. The Roadway Engineering Intern will support the design and delivery of transportation projects, including roadway improvements, intersection design, roadway widening, and municipal infrastructure projects. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, the intern will assist with engineering analyses, plan development, and project documentation while gaining exposure to all phases of project delivery.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assisting with roadway design and plan production for transportation projects
• Supporting the development of alignments, profiles, cross sections, and construction plan sheets
• Preparing quantity calculations and engineering exhibits
• Assisting with design documentation
• Utilizing OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and other engineering software to support project development
• Participating in field investigations and site visits as needed
• Supporting coordination efforts with internal project teams
• Learning and applying NCDOT standards, guidelines, and design procedures
• Assisting project managers and engineers with project deliverables

This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate seeking hands-on experience in transportation engineering and looking to build a strong foundation in roadway design.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Interest in transportation engineering and roadway design
• Familiarity with MicroStation and/or OpenRoads Designer preferred
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Previous internship, co-op, or engineering-related experience is a plus
• EI certification is a plus but not required