Civil Engineer - Site

Wightman; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Reimbursement for education and professional development

Generous PTO and paid holidays

401(k) and Incentive Bonuses

Employee and family activities

Job summary

Wightman, a firm based in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a Civil Engineer who will provide design and plan production for a variety of civil engineering projects. The role involves managing client communications and overseeing project quality assurance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and have at least 5 years of experience in the field.

The firm values work/life balance and offers a comprehensive compensation package including medical coverage, flexible schedules, and PTO.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction or civil engineering field.
• Ability to plan, schedule work, and complete work assignments within budgets and timelines.
• Active PE License or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and plan production for civil design on various projects.
• Manage client communications, public input, and project support.
• Perform engineering calculations and civil engineering design.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Project management

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office products

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university

Job description

No matter your career trajectory – whether you’re just starting out, currently in a mid-level position, or are looking to accelerate your career opportunities – you want to work for a firm that does great work, gives back to their community, supports your career path, and does it all alongside people with whom you can connect. After all, you spend a third of your day at work; why do it in a place where you do not feel valued, are longing for more responsibility, or feel disconnected from your clients? If you are seeking a position at a legacy consulting firm that is wholly owned by its employees, looking to do impactful work that matters, and find a work culture that supports your family life, bring your skills to Wightman.

Our full-service architectural, civil engineering, and land surveying firm, which was established in 1946, exists to serve people and the communities in which we live. We have a dynamic team of over 200 professionals that work to analyze, advise, design, and deliver successful projects in partnership with government, education, commercial, and energy clients throughout the Great Lakes region. We offer our clients comprehensive, multi-disciplinary services including Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying, Construction Services, GIS, Interior Design, and Reality Capture. What does that mean? It means we design and build awe-inspiring and award-winning streetscapes and 21st-century learning environments, inspect interstates and bridges that ensure safe travel, accurately determine boundary lines and draw topographic maps, support energy service providers grow and enhance their green and traditional infrastructure, construct data-driven mapping solutions, envision outdoor gathering spaces that foster community, and so much more.

We are actively searching for talented employees who are aligned with our culture of work/life balance, want to grow with a firm committed to success, and desire to become trusted advisers to clients who respect their knowledge and expertise. Whether you enjoy working in the field gathering data, are passionate about the design build process, or delight in details, consider learning more about our firm at https://gowightman.com/careers/life-at-wightman.

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Job Id:528

# of Openings:1

Summary:

The Civil Engineer will provide design and plan production for general civil design on a wide variety of projects, which may include site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities. 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
• Manage projects including client communications, public input and feedback, and internal support
• Perform AutoCAD Civil 3D design/drafting in support of civil engineering design projects
• Performs, trains, and provides guidance for site investigations, survey work, CAD work, and data collection
• Prepares, provides training, provides guidance, and reviews engineering designs and reports, which include design calculations and plan preparation
• Performs, provides training for, and guides quality assurance, ensuring projects get carried out as designed, and recommends modifications as needed
• Ability to identify engineering and surveying services needed by the client, and the ability to draft proposals and estimate fees
• 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
• Estimate construction costs. Conduct periodic visits to construction sites to monitor the quality and progress of the work

Required Skills & Behaviors:

• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in all work tasks
• Ability to plan, schedule work, and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Capable of working with a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, surveyors, architects, and technicians
• Broad computer knowledge, in particular Microsoft Office products
• Aptitude and demonstrated hands‑on experience with computer applications such as AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Broad knowledge base of civil engineering projects, rather than a subject matter expert in any one civil engineering area

Organizational Relationships:

• Reports to the Regional Engineering Manager
• May have responsibility for multiple direct reports

Required Education/Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university degree program is required
• 5+ years’ experience in construction or civil engineering field
• Active PE License or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment

Travel:

• Position based in Kalamazoo
• 10-15% local travel

Our team members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with eligibility upon hire date
  • Multiple Medical plans including those with HSA employer contributions
• 100% Employer paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and personal/professional development
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k), Incentive Bonuses, and Ownership Opportunities (we’re 100% employee-owned!)
• Employee and Family activities including ski and fishing trips, sporting events, and so much more