Design Engineer - Municipal

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

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) Match Program

Paid time off (PTO)

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. in Willmar, MN invites applications for an entry-level Design Engineer, EIT.

The role supports project managers and engineers in municipal design and construction activities, with potential to grow in a collaborative, community-focused firm. The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree, is pursuing or intends to obtain Engineer-in-Training status within 12 months, and is comfortable traveling to project sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ACCE) required.
• Certified Engineer-in-Training or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Prior experience in infrastructure design and/or construction observation is preferred.
• Working knowledge of CAD/design software (AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation) is required.
• Frequent travel during construction season is required.
• Valid driver's license required for travel to facilities and job sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on municipal projects.
• Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, and draft preliminary reports and feasibility studies.
• Prepare cost and quantity take-off estimates; assist with project plans and specifications.
• Support construction observation duties including staking, documentation, measurement, testing, and coordinating with contractors and City staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Certified Engineer-in-Training or able to obtain within 12 months of hire

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Transportation team in our Willmar 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

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

Other Information

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 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, 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/

Additional Benefits & Development

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

Skills

• Microsoft Word (preferred)
• Microsoft Excel (preferred)
• CIVIL3D (preferred)
• MicroStation (preferred)

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 / Affı mative Action Employer including disability and vets.