Entry Level Civil Engineer

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Development plan (Catalytic Coaching)

Job summary

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. in Maumee, OH is seeking a Civil Engineering Designer with 0–3 years of experience to join our Civil/Municipal team. You will develop site layouts, grading, drainage, utilities, and roadways using AutoCAD Civil 3D and navigate permitting processes.

We value collaboration with project managers and other disciplines, support stormwater design, and offer benefits like 401(k) with match, health coverage, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years of civil engineering design experience preferred (land development or municipal).
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software.

Responsibilities

• Develop civil engineering designs and drawings for sites, grading, drainage, utilities, and roads.
• Navigate the permitting process, preparing applications for local, state, and federal agencies.
• Prepare engineering calculations, feasibility studies, and technical reports that inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers, surveyors, and other engineering disciplines to deliver coordinated solutions.
• Support stormwater management and drainage design (prior software experience a plus).
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to observe designs in action and troubleshoot on-site issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

The Mannik & Smith Group (MSG) is a people-focused, award‑winning, full‑service consulting firm that offers civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying, and construction support. Our team of more than 650 professionals delivers integrated planning, design, engineering, and construction solutions.

Department: Civil/Municipal

Location: Maumee, OH

Compensation: $27.00 – $30.00 per hour

What You’ll Do

• Develop civil engineering designs and drawings—site layouts, grading, drainage, utilities, and roadways—using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Navigate the permitting process, preparing applications for local, state, and federal agencies.
• Prepare engineering calculations, feasibility studies, and technical reports that inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers, surveyors, and other engineering disciplines to deliver coordinated solutions.
• Support stormwater management and drainage design (prior software experience a plus).
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to observe designs in action and troubleshoot on‑site issues.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 0–3 years of civil engineering design experience (land development or municipal projects preferred).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software.
• Interest in stormwater management and site development design.
• EIT certification preferred (or willingness to obtain one).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Team‑oriented mindset and ability to work in multidisciplinary environments.
• Motivation to grow professionally and pursue license (PE a plus).

Why MSG?

• 401(k) with company match.
• Health insurance with HSA option, vision, dental, and life coverage.
• Flexible schedule.
• Paid time off.
• Referral program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Personalized development plan (Catalytic Coaching) to grow your contributions and career opportunities.

It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.

About The Mannik & Smith Group

MSG is one of the premier multi‑disciplined consulting firms, working with a selective portfolio of fast‑growing private entities, municipalities, and governmental agencies regionally and globally.