Design Engineer - Municipal

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design Engineer, EIT, to join their Municipal team in Chaska. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with skilled professionals and contribute to community infrastructure projects. You'll assist in design and construction phases, ensuring safe and sustainable developments. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company provides a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about civil engineering and eager to make a positive impact, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan

Discretionary bonuses

Employee ownership (ESOP)

401(k) Match Program

Paid time off (PTO)

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Short-term and Long-term disability

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Entry-level civil engineering role for recent graduates or EITs.
• Assist project managers with design and construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with municipal project activities.
• Perform design computations and prepare preliminary reports.

Skills

CAD Software

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

Construction Observation

Design Computations

Research Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Certified Engineer-in-Training

Job description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Municipal team in our Chaska office. 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 December 2024, May 2025 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 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 driver’s license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required

Salary Range:

$58,000 - $90,000 depending on years of experience and credentials

Bolton & Menk is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to specific geographic location. Bolton & Menk reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by law.

Supporting Our Employees

There's life at work and life outside of work. Bolton & Menk has a number of benefit programs and amenities to support you and your family throughout whatever stage of life you are in.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation plan - overtime compensation available to most employees
• Discretionary bonuses available to most employees
• ESOP - Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company-paid contributions
• 401(k) Match Program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

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, and Colorado 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 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

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party agencies without prior approval. No fee will be paid for unsolicited submissions. Pre-approval from our Talent Acquisition team is required for external candidates.

We embrace diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.