Civil Engineer – Future Opening

VAA; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VAA, an engineering, planning and design firm, is seeking an Entry-Level Civil Engineer in Minneapolis, MN. You will work with experienced engineers to develop design solutions and contribute to real client projects from day one.

You’ll prepare calculations, drawings and specs, learn design codes, visit job sites, and collaborate across disciplines. Graduating December 2026 or May 2027, you are eager to learn, grow and take on increasing responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Graduating in December 2026 or May 2027, or recently graduated
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn
• Interest in working collaboratively on multidisciplinary projects

Responsibilities

• Develop design solutions using engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications and other design documents
• Learn and apply design codes and industry standards
• Build your skills using industry design software
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and other VAA disciplines
• Visit construction sites, observe work in the field and see your designs come to life
• Take on more responsibility as your skills and confidence grow

Skills

Problem solving

Collaborative teamwork

Multidisciplinary projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Location: Minneapolis, MN: candidates interested in New Orleans, LA or Sioux Falls, SD may also be considered.

Ready to Start Building Your Career?

Graduating in December 2026 or May 2027? Bring what you've learned in the classroom to real projects at VAA.

As an Entry-Level Civil Engineer, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and designers, contribute to meaningful client work and start building the technical and professional skills that will shape your career. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team where you can ask questions, learn from the people around you and see your work make its way from design to the real world.

Come ready to learn, contribute and grow. Your career is just getting started.

Your Role

Ever wonder how everything outside a facility comes together? VAA's Civil team focuses on maximizing site functionality through roadway and track layouts, utility coordination, stormwater management, grading, drainage, erosion control, truck simulations and permitting for agribusiness, industrial and commercial facilities.

Working under the direction of a Project or Senior Engineer, you'll have opportunities to:

• Develop design solutions using your engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications and other design documents
• Learn and apply design codes and industry standards
• Build your skills using industry design software
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and other VAA disciplines
• Visit construction sites, observe work in the field and see your designs come to life
• Take on more responsibility as your skills and confidence grow

Potential travel: Approximately 5% to construction jobsites.

What Your Career at VAA Could Look Like

• Do meaningful work. Contribute to real client projects from the start.
• Learn from experienced professionals. Get mentorship, ask questions and learn from people who want to see you succeed.
• Work across disciplines. See how Civil fits into the bigger picture alongside Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Architecture and Design.
• Keep growing. Build your technical and professional skills through mentoring, continuing education and development opportunities.
• See your work in action. Get into the field and experience projects beyond your computer screen.
• Find your people. Build connections across VAA through your project teams, mentorship and Employee Resource Groups.
• Build a career, not just a résumé. Grow your responsibilities and discover where you want your career to take you.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Graduating in December 2026 or May 2027, or recently graduated
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn
• Interest in working collaboratively on multidisciplinary projects

Starting Annual Salary Range: $69,000–$85,000

A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer, including market data, geographic location, experience and specialized skills.

Benefits That Grow With You

Health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; profit sharing/401(k); discretionary bonus program; paid leave; professional development opportunities; and more.

Get to Know VAA

VAA is an Engineering, Planning and Design firm specializing in commercial projects, bulk commodity-handling facilities, and structures for value-added processing, manufacturing and distribution. For nearly 50 years, our multidisciplinary teams have worked together to solve complex challenges for clients across the country.

Hear first-hand what it's like to work here, the opportunities you can find and the resources that will support you - professionally and personally:

Your career. Your talents. Your network.

Ready to start your career?

VAA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Vets/Disability employer

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