Entry Level Civil Engineer – Fargo, North Dakota

WHKS & Co; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WHKS & Co is seeking an entry-level Civil Engineer to join our team in Fargo, ND. You will work with engineers on municipal, transportation, water and site development projects, gaining hands-on experience across design calculations, reports, and plans.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to develop 2D/3D models using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and Civil 3D. A BSCE and FE eligibility within six months are preferred qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required.
• FE exam eligibility within 6 months is preferred.
• 0–5 years of civil design experience acceptable.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Strong communication and computer skills essential.
• Experience with MicroStation/OpenRoads/Civil 3D desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for municipal, transportation, water, wastewater, and site development projects.
• Develop 2D and 3D models using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer and Civil 3D.
• Assist with data collection at project sites and with technical report writing.
• Contribute to public information meetings and project coordination.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

FE exam eligibility within 6 months

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

WHKS is looking for a detailed and technically oriented individual who is passionate about contributing fresh perspectives and creative ideas. As an entry-level civil engineer, you will work closely with a team of engineers to play a vital role in the design of municipal, transportation, water, wastewater, site development, and other infrastructure projects.

WHKS strives to provide a flexible, supportive, and collaborative workplace where individuals can utilize and develop their strengths and pursue their interests in Civil Engineering. WHKS offers excellent compensation and benefits, as well as work schedule flexibility.

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for municipal projects such as sanitary and storm sewer improvement, roadway resurfacing and maintenance, closed drainage systems, lead water service line replacement, watermain improvements, utility plans, bike trails and shared-use paths.
• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for transportation projects such as new roadway, pavement rehabilitation, intersection improvements, freeway interchanges, maintenance of traffic, drainage ditches, sidewalks, and crosswalks.
• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for site development projects such as parking lots, closed drainage systems, drainage detention, driveway design, residential subdivisions, school drop off areas, and parks and recreation areas.
• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for water and wastewater projects such as water treatment facility improvements, wastewater treatment facility improvements, sanitary sewer lift stations, gravity flow systems, and water towers.
• Develop 2D and 3D models using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D software.
• Assist with data collection at project sites, technical report writing, quantity calculations, and design calculations.
• Assist with facilitating project-related public information meetings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
• I. certification or ability to pass the F.E. exam within 6 months.
• 0 - 5 years of experience in civil design.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent computer and communication skills (both verbal and written) are required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D software is desirable.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be able to manage workload independently.