Civil Engineer/EIT - Entry Level

Wightman; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Michigan is seeking a Civil Engineer 1 to provide design and plan production for various projects, including road reconstruction and bridge maintenance. Responsibilities include engineering calculations, obtaining permits, and working with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and an ability to obtain a PE license within four years. This is an entry-level, full-time position located in Kalamazoo that emphasizes collaboration and proactive communication.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to plan and schedule project tasks effectively.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary team environments.
• Ability to obtain PE license within 4 years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects.
• Assist project team in obtaining civil and environmental permits.
• Perform onsite construction observation as required.
• Coordinate with agencies to obtain design approvals.

Skills

Engineering calculations

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Strong written and verbal communication

Project scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Ability to obtain PE license

Job description

Overview

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.

Transportation Civil Engineer 1 — 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 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

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Civil Engineering