Mid-Level Civil Engineer

Brierley Associates Corporation; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Brierley Associates Corporation is seeking qualified candidates to support our heavy civil design efforts, including underground space projects. You will join a world‑class team solving challenging infrastructure problems across North America, with opportunities for career growth and a culture that rewards initiative.

The role requires a BS (MS preferred) in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical engineering, 5+ years of experience, and a Minnesota PE plan within six months.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical engineering (or related field).
• PE designation in any state, with Minnesota reciprocity/committee plan within six months.

Responsibilities

• Design of tunnels, underground structures, and geohazard solutions.
• Prepare design calculations, reports; supervise CAD/BIM drawings.
• Construction management/oversight of projects; observe ongoing work.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Ability to multi-task

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

BS in Civil/Structural/Geotechnical engineering

MS preferred

Tools

CAD/BIM

Job description

Brierley Associates is seeking qualified candidates to support our heavy civil design efforts associated with “creating underground space”.

Candidates would be part of a team of world‑class engineers solving challenging problems in designing and constructing public and private infrastructure across North America. The position offers the opportunity for career growth and responsibility within a company culture that values and rewards entrepreneurship and initiative.

Requirements

• BS (MS preferred) in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical engineering (or an applicable related field)
• 5+ Years of experience
• Candidates must be highly motivated and possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. The ability to multi‑task and work under strict deadlines is essential
• PE designation in any state, with the ability to obtain a Minnesota PE through reciprocity/committee or once the appropriate qualifications are met (i.e. additional experience requirements, passing the PE exam, etc.) within six months of hiring.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments and priorities
• Willingness to work in the field and travel, including to other Brierley offices and projects sites, for short‑term assignments
• Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation

Responsibilities Include

• Design of tunnels, underground structures, and geohazard solutions to address problems such as slope stability rockfall mitigation, embankment stabilization, erosion, etc.
• Experience with other aspects of civil engineering is considered an asset (i.e. roadway design, hydraulics and hydraulic structures, pipe design, etc.)
• Development of concepts and preparation of sketches based on provided information and constraints
• Performing construction management/oversite of projects
• Prepare design calculations, reports and supervise creation of CAD/BIM drawings
• Assist in development of design budgets and schedules and effectively manage time and effort to maintain budgets and schedules
• Construction site visits to gather information or observe ongoing work
• Representing the Company in professional, technical, and business organizations