Civil Engineer/EIT - Entry Level

Construction Association of Michigan; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wightman in Kalamazoo is seeking a Civil Engineer I with a focus on transportation to design and produce plans for a range of projects, including road reconstruction and bridge maintenance. You will perform calculations, draft with AutoCAD Civil 3D, and coordinate with agencies to obtain information and approvals.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and the ability to obtain a PE license within four years. FE exam passed is preferred, and 0–5 years of experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Ability to obtain PE license within 4 years of employment.
• FE exam passed is preferred.
• 0–5 years of experience in construction or civil engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects.
• Assist project team in obtaining civil and environmental permits with multiple agencies.
• Perform onsite construction observation or field verification tasks as needed.
• Perform AutoCAD Civil 3D design/drafting in support of civil engineering design projects.
• Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals.
• Write and edit construction specifications and engineering reports.
• Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications.

Skills

Engineering calculations

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Project coordination

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

FE exam passed

PE license within 4 years

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Civil Engineer 1- Transportation

Position Purpose:

The Civil Engineer 1 will provide design and plan production for a wide variety of projects which may include research, planning, traffic safety, road reconstruction and highway and bridge maintenance. The Civil Engineer will perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection, and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects
• Assist project team in obtaining civil and environmental permits with multiple agencies
• Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects
• Perform onsite construction observation or other field verification tasks as needed
• Perform AutoCAD Civil 3D design/drafting in support of civil engineering design projects
• Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals
• Write and edit construction specifications and engineering reports
• Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications.

Required Traits & Characteristics:

• Ability to plan, schedule work, and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines using discretion and judgment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, surveyors, architects, and technicians
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in all work tasks

Organizational Relationships:

• Reports Directly to Transportation Project Manager

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Ability to obtain PE license within 4 years of employment

Preferred Education/Experience:

• 0-5 years of experience in construction or civil engineering field
• Successfully passed FE exam

Travel:

• Position based in Kalamazoo
• Travel between offices for collaboration with team members and for project meetings as needed
• Travel to job sites as needed

About Wightman

Wightman is a full-service consulting firm that exists to service people and the communities we live in. Our dynamic team of over 200 professionals works to analyze, advise, design, and deliver successful projects in partnership with government, business, and institutions in our communities. Our unique approach is to offer comprehensive, multi-disciplinary services, industry expertise, accurate scope of work, and a passion for listening. Services offered include Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Surveying. Our firm is based out of Southwest Michigan, Metro Detroit and Northern Indiana.

We are fun, creative, and passionate about our work and family life. To learn more, visit our Life at Wightman page: https://gowightman.com/careers/life-at-wightman