Civil Engineer - Residential Design

CME Associates; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Catalytic Coaching

Job summary

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) seeks a Civil Engineer – Residential Design in Columbus, Ohio, to support residential site development projects across the Midwest. You will collaborate with senior engineers and a multidisciplinary team on feasibility through construction documentation.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years of relevant experience, strong CAD skills, and an EIT or PE licensure path. MSG offers a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 5–8 years of experience in residential or site development.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D; EIT certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Strong written and verbal communication; collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior staff and licensed engineers with design and preparation of residential site development projects.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical drawings, and construction documents.
• Develop feasibility studies, due diligence reports, zoning studies, and early project planning materials.
• Perform stormwater modeling, grading, and drainage design for residential developments.
• Prepare cost estimates and detailed site design plans.
• Coordinate with internal MSG teams including Surveying, Geotechnical, Structural, Traffic, Transportation, and Construction Services.
• Participate in field visits and site observations as needed.
• Support project delivery from concept through construction documentation.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by senior staff and project leadership.

Skills

Civil design

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

EIT certification

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Residential design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

Due to continued growth, The Mannik & Smith Group (MSG) is seeking a Civil Engineer – Residential Design to support our expanding residential site development portfolio in Columbus, Ohio. This role is ideal for a civil engineer with experience in subdivision and residential development projects who is eager to grow technically while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You’ll work alongside senior staff and licensed engineers on residential projects throughout the Midwest, supporting all phases of development from feasibility and planning through final design and construction documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior staff and licensed engineers with the design and preparation of residential site development projects
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical drawings, and construction documents
• Develop feasibility studies, due diligence reports, zoning studies, and early project planning materials
• Perform stormwater modeling, grading, and drainage design for residential developments
• Prepare cost estimates and detailed site design plans
• Coordinate with internal MSG teams including Surveying, Geotechnical, Structural, Traffic, Transportation, and Construction Services
• Participate in field visits and site observations as needed (coordinated in advance)
• Support project delivery from concept through construction documentation
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by senior staff and project leadership

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 5-8 years of experience specializing in residential or site development projects
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• EIT certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months) with a clear path toward PE licensure
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Motivated, flexible, and adaptable as project needs evolve

Benefits

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!

It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.