Graduate Civil Engineer (Hiring May 2027) - Northern Michigan

OHM Advisors; Petoskey (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Profit sharing

FSA/HSA

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer service leave

Life insurance

Disability

Job summary

OHM Advisors seeks a Graduate Civil Engineer to join a collaborative team in Michigan. You will support planning and design efforts, perform analyses, and work with senior staff to deliver people-focused solutions for clients.

Ideal candidates have a Civil Engineering degree, CAD experience (AutoCAD or MicroStation), and an internship or co-op background. EIT is preferred and MS Office skills are essential for project coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Internship or co-op in civil engineering strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data to support project development.
• Perform design calculations and analyses for assigned tasks.
• Assist in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Create design drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD or MicroStation).
• Ensure technical accuracy and conformance to standards.
• Coordinate tasks to meet timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams and participate in design reviews.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

EIT Certification

Microsoft Office

Internship/Co-op

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Description

Come work for OHM Advisors, the Community Advancement firm. With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse 800+ team of professionals works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering.

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward— advancing the whole community today and well into the future.

What You Will Contribute To OHM Advisors

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you will join a collaborative and growing team here you’ll gain exposure to a range of civil engineering projects. You’ll support planning and design efforts, contribute to technical analyses, and work alongside senior staff to deliver creative, people-focused solutions for our clients.

Your Responsibilities

• Participate in the collection and analysis of data to support project development.
• Perform design calculations and investigative analyses to complete assigned tasks.
• Assist in the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting documents.
• Use CAD software (AutoCAD or MicroStation) to develop design drawings
• Review project plans and documentation for technical accuracy and conformance to standards.
• Help schedule and coordinate tasks to meet project timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams and contribute to design reviews.
• Maintain organized project files and design documentation.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field
• Experience working in AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred
• Internship or co-op experience in civil engineering strongly preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and grow in a collaborative team environment

Benefits

At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.

• BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Profit Sharing
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid professional association membership
• Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
• Volunteer Service Leave
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Options

Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs:

• Voluntary Wellness Program
• OHM Grad School
• OHM University

You can read more about each of these programs on ourwebsite.

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.