Civil Engineer

Widseth Smith Nolting & Assoc., Inc.; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual profit-sharing bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Support for professional development

Job summary

Widseth Smith Nolting & Assoc., Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineer in Bemidji, Minnesota. This position involves leading civil infrastructure projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, a PE license, and at least 5 years of experience in the field.

Competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $125,000 based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil or municipal engineering experience.
• Leadership style is supportive, open, and collaborative.
• Valid driver's license for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of infrastructure projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and EITs.
• Partner with clients and contractors for project execution.
• Manage schedules, budgets, QA/QC, and documentation.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Design proficiency

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

PE license in Minnesota

Tools

Civil 3D

Stormwater modeling software

GIS

Job description

Lead Projects. Grow People. Shape Communities.

You’ve built your skills. You’ve led projects. You know how good engineering can change a community. Now it’s time for a role that lets you lead with purpose.

Widseth is looking for a Civil Engineer who’s ready to take ownership of complex, meaningful work—and help guide the next generation of engineers along the way. If you’re energized by solving problems, collaborating with smart people, and seeing your designs come to life, you’ll fit right in here. This role is hands‑on, people-focused, and impact-driven. Your work will matter, and your voice will be heard.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of civil infrastructure projects—site development, roadways, drainage, utilities, and whatever challenges come next.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and EITs with support that helps them grow fast.
• Partner with clients, architects, contractors, and agencies to turn ideas into built projects that serve communities.
• Own schedules, budgets, QA/QC, and documentation—keeping projects moving and teams aligned.
• Shape proposals and scopes with your insight and experience.
• Leverage top tools like Civil 3D, stormwater modeling software, and GIS to streamline design and push for innovation.
• Champion smarter, greener, more resilient engineering solutions that raise the bar for every project.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• PE license in Minnesota
• 5+ years of civil or municipal engineering experience.
• Strong design and project management—you know how to get projects across the finish line.
• A leadership style that’s supportive, open, and collaborative.
• Bonus points for experience in land development, transportation, or water infrastructure.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to client sites and commission meetings.

Preferred Experience

• Working with rural or small-town municipalities.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal funding and permitting processes.

What We Offer

Real Career Growth

• Specialized training in design, leadership, and business development.
• Continued education, licensure support, and advanced technical training.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary ($85,000–$125,000 based on experience)
• Annual discretionary profit‑sharing bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and flexible benefits
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Strong support for professional development and continuing education

All offers are contingent on a background check meeting company standard. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Join Us. Lead with Impact. Build What Lasts.

Widseth is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff… employer.