State of Michigan

The Civil Engineer; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoWorld is seeking an experienced engineer to lead technical teams and manage innovative projects in structural engineering. The role focuses on collaboration with professionals to evaluate new technologies and improve Michigan's infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, five years of relevant experience, and a valid engineering license. Responsibilities include overseeing testing, contract management, and developing project scopes.

Qualifications

• Five years of professional experience equivalent to an Engineer.
• Three years equivalent to an Engineer P11; two years equivalent to an Engineer 12.
• Possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Serve as contract manager and technical responsibility for projects.
• Provide direction and oversight of staff activities.
• Identify resources needed for timely completion.
• Develop scope of services for contracts.
• Oversee advanced testing and analysis of structures.

Skills

Project management

Structural analysis

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Tilt monitoring

Strain measuring

Ultrasonic testing

Infrared thermography

Ground penetrating radar

Lidar

Job description

Are you energized by the opportunity to lead technical teams, foster innovation, and influence the future of structural engineering practices? This position provides the opportunity to collaborate with engineering professionals, researchers, and industry partners to address complex structural challenges, evaluate emerging technologies, and advance innovative solutions that support Michigan's transportation infrastructure. You will work in an environment where technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaboration are essential to achieving successful outcomes. As a leader, you will build strong partnerships, develop others, and help guide teams through evolving technologies, emerging industry practices, and complex engineering challenges. Your ability to communicate effectively, manage risk, and bring diverse stakeholders together will be critical to advancing organizational goals and delivering meaningful results. If you are motivated by solving complex problems, supporting professional growth, and driving innovation through teamwork, this position offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact while helping shape the future of structural engineering within MDOT.

Responsibilities

• Serve as contract manager and technical responsibility for contract investigation, testing or research projects with private research agencies and public universities including but not limited to the Structures Centers of Excellence and pooled funds.
• Provide direction and oversight of staff activities and practices, determine best practices and ensure sharing of these best practices across the state.
• Identify resources needed to meet timely completion of tasks based on MDOT Bureau or Division Strategic Goals. Make decisions as to which tasks should be consulted based on available MDOT resources.
• Develop scope of services for consultant contracts or task orders providing investigation, testing or research tasks.
• Oversee the deployment of advanced testing and analysis of structures including but not limited to: tilt monitoring, strain measuring, ultrasonic testing, infrared thermography, ground penetrating radar, lidar, out-of-plane distortion of culverts, stream depth and/or scour sensors, and earthborn vibration analysis.

Required Education and Experience

Education: Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering.

Experience: Five years of professional experience equivalent to an Engineer, including three years equivalent to an Engineer P11; two years equivalent to an Engineer 12, Engineer Manager 12, or Engineer Manager-Licensed 12; or, one year equivalent to an Engineer Manager 13, Engineer Manager-Licensed 13, Engineering Specialist 13, or Engineering Specialist-Licensed 13.

Additional Requirements

• Possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan and must maintain throughout employment in the position.
• If applicable, attach a copy of official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents.