Civil Staff Engineer (EIT)

McMillen; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Stock ownership potential

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Civil Staff Engineer (EIT) to support design development for dams, fish passage facilities, bridges and water resources projects.

You will work under senior engineers applying design methods, modeling, and construction support for federal, municipal, and private clients. The role emphasizes data collection, basic design tasks, permit documentation, and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is required.
• 0–5 years of civil design experience is required; water resources experience is a plus.
• Ability to read, interpret, and communicate contract documents, plans, and specifications.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% per month.

Responsibilities

• Collect data and gather relevant information and documentation.
• Perform standard computations and analyses.
• Complete basic design tasks.
• Prepare drawings and visual aids.
• Assist with permit applications, drawings, and written documents.
• Prepares portions of project documentation.
• Reviews and edits specifications.
• Conducts research and investigations.
• Observes construction activities and field operations.

Skills

EIT certification

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters!

Civil Staff Engineer (EIT)

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Civil Staff Engineer (EIT) to join our team. This role involves supporting civil engineering and design development for a variety of McMillen projects, including dams, fish passage and screening facilities, fish hatcheries, bridges, and other water resources-related projects. The Civil Staff Engineer will work under the direction of project engineers and project managers, applying a range of design engineering techniques, modeling methods, and construction support services to successfully deliver fisheries and water resources projects for federal agencies, local municipalities, and private utility companies.

Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.

Responsibilities:

• Collect data and gather relevant information and documentation
• Perform standard computations and analyses
• Complete basic design tasks
• Prepare drawings and visual aids
• Assist with tasks such as preparing permit applications, drawings, and written documents
• Prepares portions of project documentation
• Reviews and edits specifications
• Conducts research and investigations
• Observes construction activities and field operations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required
• 0–5 years of civil design experience required; water resources-related experience is a plus
• Knowledge of engineering principles and construction materials related to water resources projects
• Ability to read, interpret, and communicate contract documents, plans, and specifications
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Willingness to travel up to 25% per month
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment, lead tasks, work independently, and remain self-motivated
• Regular and predictable attendance is required

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Package:

• Pay Range: $66,000 - $101,800 (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, HSA, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

EEO:

McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship:

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

No recruiters, please.