Graduate Civil Engineer – Sioux Falls, SD

Bollig Engineering; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollig Engineering is looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer to join its Sioux Falls, SD office. This position entails assisting senior engineers with municipal projects, preparing documentation, and conducting onsite observations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and a strong desire to learn in a collaborative team environment.

Successful candidates will also possess strong communication skills, a self-motivated attitude, and foundational knowledge of civil engineering design software. Occasional travel to project sites in Minnesota will be required.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of civil engineering experience, including internships and co-ops.
• Willingness to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering civil engineering services for municipal projects.
• Conduct onsite observation during construction to document progress.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation under guidance.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Team-oriented attitude

Proficiency in civil engineering design software

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

HydroCAD

GeoSTORM

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Bollig Engineering is a growing firm with offices located in Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota. Bollig has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a graduate civil engineer with a diverse skill set, a strong desire to be an integral part of a team-centered environment, and a passion for rural communities that is consistent with Bollig's purpose and values.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in delivering civil engineering services across municipal projects, including design, plans, specifications, reports, permits, schedules and estimates.
• Support design and construction meetings for municipal, land development and aviation projects, including client and sub-consultant design meetings, pre-bid meetings and coordination with contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation under the guidance of a project manager to ensure work is completed within scope, on time and within budget.
• Conduct periodic onsite observation during construction to document progress and assist in resolving technical issues under senior engineer oversight.
• Develop client communication skills by supporting project updates and assisting with client correspondence.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices as part of ongoing professional development.

Qualifications Required

• 0-3 years of civil engineering experience, including internships and co-ops.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited institution, with intent to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in South Dakota, Iowa or Minnesota.
• Works under the direction of a licensed Professional Engineer.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a desire to develop client-facing and leadership abilities over time.
• Eagerness to learn in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated and coachable, with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt quickly.
• Foundational proficiency in civil engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, HydroCAD and GeoSTORM, as well as Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Interest in or passion for rural infrastructure and small-community challenges.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous learning with an entrepreneurial can-do approach.

Location and Travel

Based in our Sioux Falls, SD office with occasional travel to project sites in Minnesota and nearby states as required.