--- title: 'Project Civil Engineer at Distro' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/project-civil-engineer-distro-greenville-2qnb22njehcz' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-10' --- # Project Civil Engineer at Distro - **Company:** Distro - **Location:** Greenville, SC - **Compensation:** $62k–$121k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-11-09 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-10 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/distro/9bf2266d-09b5-4e9d-bd4a-6145134f4085 ## Job description Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Civil Engineer to support the planning, design, permitting, and execution of civil engineering projects from concept through construction. This role works closely with Project Managers and serves as a technical lead on a variety of land development projects, including commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use developments. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical design capabilities, project coordination skills, and a thorough understanding of civil engineering principles, permitting requirements, and land development regulations. Key Responsibilities Engineering Design & Project Delivery Prepare and oversee the design of site development projects, including: Site layout and grading plans Stormwater management systems Erosion and sediment control plans Utility design (water, sewer, and reclaimed water) Roadway and parking lot design Drainage and hydrologic/hydraulic analyses Develop construction drawings, engineering reports, and technical specifications. Perform engineering calculations and quality control reviews. Ensure project deliverables meet client expectations, budgets, and schedules. Assist with project scope development, scheduling, and fee estimates. Permitting & Regulatory Coordination Prepare permit applications and associated documentation. Coordinate with municipalities, counties, utility providers, and regulatory agencies. Respond to review comments and facilitate project approvals. Maintain knowledge of applicable development ordinances, permitting processes, and stormwater regulations. Project Coordination Serve as a technical point of contact for assigned projects. Coordinate with architects, surveyors, planners, landscape architects, geotechnical consultants, and clients. Participate in project meetings and agency coordination meetings. Monitor project progress and communicate updates to project stakeholders. Construction Administration Respond to contractor Requests for Information (RFIs). Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with design intent. Conduct site visits and prepare field observation reports. Support project closeout activities and record drawing preparation. Team Development Mentor Engineering Interns, EITs, and CAD Designers. Review engineering and drafting work for quality and accuracy. Assist with the development and improvement of engineering standards and procedures. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required. 1 to 6 years of experience in civil engineering, land development, or site design. Proficiency with: AutoCAD Civil 3D Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software Microsoft Office Suite Strong understanding of: Site grading and drainage design Stormwater management practices Utility infrastructure design Erosion and sediment control requirements Local permitting processes Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, analytical, and project coordination abilities. Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure within four years. Experience working on projects throughout the Southeastern United States. Familiarity with state stormwater regulations and NPDES permitting requirements. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Working knowledge of: GIS Hydraflow HEC-RAS ICPR WaterCAD Similar engineering analysis software Physical Requirements Ability to perform occasional field visits to active construction sites. Ability to navigate uneven terrain and construction environments. Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 25 pounds occasionally. Ability to travel periodically as project needs require. #HireFinder ## #LI-PROMOTED #LI-Onsite ## About Distro ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Distro provides an AI-powered global hiring platform that automates candidate screening, outreach, scheduling, and payroll compliance for remote-first companies. - **Entity Type**: Private (Acquired by Vensure Employer Services) - **Headquarters**: Lehi, Utah, United States - **Founded**: 2021 - **Founders**: Chad Ingram (CEO), Andrew Mackay (Co-Founder) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Recruitment / Talent Acquisition Technology - **Target customers**: B2B – seed-stage startups to enterprise teams, focused on remote-first and globally distributed companies - **Mission or purpose statement**: “Hiring should feel human. Not heavy.” ## Products & Services - **AI Recruiting Assistant**: Automates resume screening, scoring, and candidate ranking based on job criteria; handles outreach and scheduling end-to-end. - **AI Scheduling Assistant**: Automates interview scheduling, reducing one of the biggest administrative burdens in recruiting. - **Global Hiring Marketplace**: Matches companies with top technical talent across 200+ countries, including payroll and compliance support in 90+ EOR (Employer of Record) countries. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed - **Key Metric**: $2M ARR reached within 8 months of MVP (reported as a milestone); current total funding not publicly available - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Acquired by Vensure Employer Services (January 2026); serves companies from seed-stage to enterprise - **Growth Signals**: 26.3% headcount growth YoY (19 employees as of mid-2026), 222% LinkedIn follower growth YoY, 4900% increase in job postings YoY (100 active positions), SOC 2 Type I certified, 1–3 days to shortlist ## Competitive Advantages - AI-first screening reduces recruiter workload by surfacing only the top 3–5 candidates - Global reach (200+ countries, 90+ EOR countries) with full compliance handling - Skills-based screening (not pedigree) – appeals to a broader, more diverse talent pool - Fast time-to-shortlist (1–3 days) and automated scheduling reduce time-to-hire by 1–2 weeks ## Strategic Focus - Continue expanding AI capabilities in recruiting (e.g., AI Scheduling Assistant) - Deepen integration with Vensure Employer Services to scale global payroll and compliance - Grow the marketplace by attracting more technical talent and enterprise clients - Maintain SOC 2 compliance and enterprise-grade security standards ## Why Work Here - **Culture highlights**: AI-first, mission-driven (“make hiring human”), global team spanning 8 countries, emphasis on fair and skills-based screening - **Remote/hybrid/office policy**: Some roles are on-site (Lehi, UT; Chandler, AZ) while the company supports remote employees across multiple countries; hybrid/remote likely role-dependent - **Notable perks or engineering culture**: Fast-paced startup environment with recent acquisition support; employees work on cutting-edge AI recruiting tools; dedicated account managers for candidates and a focus on long-term roles ## Sources 1. [distro.io](https://distro.io/) 2. [distro.io/about-us](https://distro.io/about-us) 3. [distro.io/press](https://distro.io/press) 4. [linkedin.com/company/distroio](https://www.linkedin.com/company/distroio) 5. 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