Design Engineer - Municipal

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Flexible schedules

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. seeks an entry-level Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Municipal team in Brookings, SD. You will support project managers and engineers in design and construction activities for municipal projects, with travel during construction season and potential for growth.

The role welcomes May 2027 graduates or an EIT with 1–3 years of experience, and positions you to contribute to safe, sustainable, and beautiful communities we serve in the Midwest region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering/environmental engineering from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on municipal projects.
• Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, research and prepare rough drafts of preliminary reports and feasibility studies.
• Assist with project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates.
• Construction observation activities may include performing construction staking, administering documentation, measuring and testing, and coordinating with contractors and City staff.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

Job description

We’re excited to announce that Bolton & Menk is growing in our Brookings, SD area!

As part of our continued commitment to innovation and excellence, this new location will allow us to better serve our clients, tap into new talent, and strengthen our presence in the region.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Municipal team. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

In this entry level civil engineering role, we are looking to add an EIT who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! The majority of your time will be spent assisting project managers and project engineers in design and construction phase activities on Municipal projects. This position is open to May 2027 graduates or an experienced EIT with 1-3 years of experience.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on municipal projects
• Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, research and prepare rough drafts of preliminary reports and feasibility studies
• Assist with project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates
• Construction observation activities may include performing construction staking, performing construction administration duties such as documenting activities, measuring and testing, providing general oversight, and interacting with contractors, sub-contractors, residents and City staff

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering/environmental engineering from an accredited college
• Certified Engineer-in-Training or able to obtain within 12 months of hire
• Prior experience in either infrastructure design and/or construction observation
• Working knowledge and skills in CAD and design software.(i.e. AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation)
• Requires frequent travel during construction season
• Possess a valid drivers license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required

Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

WHY BOLTON & MENK?

Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 35 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, North Carolina, South Carolina, Colorado and Wisconsin providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/

OUR BENEFITS

At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer including disability and vets.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Microsoft Word

Intermediate

Microsoft Excel

Intermediate

CIVIL3D

Some Knowledge

MicroStation

Some Knowledge

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer
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