Project Engineer - Detroit

Giffels Webster; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental insurance

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off: Vacation, Sick time, H/

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development and TuitionRe

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Giffels Webster in Detroit invites a Project Engineer to join our headquarters, working on urban land development projects that revitalize the City of Detroit. You will work independently on tasks under the guidance of the Partner in charge/Project Manager.

This role offers in-person collaboration with potential hybrid scheduling, a pathway to professional development, and a team that values context-sensitive solutions and high-quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of civil engineering experience.
• Experience in AutoCAD software.
• Preferred: Civil3D and roadway/water/wastewater design experience.

Responsibilities

• Geometrics and grading design tasks.
• Prepare pavement design and stormwater management plans.
• Design utilities (storm, sanitary and water).
• Develop traffic control plans and details.
• Create record drawings and specifications.
• Prepare permit applications and cost estimates.
• Attend meetings and conduct field visits.
• Perform construction administration tasks.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Giffels Webster has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our Detroit Headquarters, working on several high-profile urban land development projects that are contributing to the revitalization of the City of Detroit.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work independently on various engineering projects. You will work in a team environment led by the Partner in charge/Project Manager on a variety of tasks.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Geometrics
• Grading
• Pavement design
• Soil erosion and sediment control
• Utility (storm, sanitary and water) design
• Stormwater management and green infrastructure design
• Traffic control plans
• Details
• Record drawings and specifications
• Prepare permit applications and cost estimates
• Attend meetings
• Conduct field visits
• Perform construction administration tasks

What we offer:

• Competitive Salaries
• Medical/Vision/Dental insurance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off: Vacation, Sick time, Holidays, Birthday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus Program

In-person collaboration and mentoring are paramount to the success of this position. With experience and the approval of your supervisor, you could earn the ability to work a hybrid schedule, up to two days per week remotely and three days in the office.

About us:

Come join our flexible and dedicated team, which was voted one of the Top Workplaces to work for seven years in a row (2017-2023) by the Detroit Free Press and most recently a Best Places to Work by Crain's Detroit in 2024, 2025 and 2026.

Giffels Webster has a strong commitment to using multi-disciplinary approaches to making communities better. We are seeking team members who support context-sensitive solutions to project and client needs. If you are looking to put your skills to work with a highly motivated and highly qualified team, we want to hear from you!

Note to Recruitment Agencies:

Only direct applicants will be accepted, unless a placement agreement is in place. If no placement agreement is in place at time of candidate submission, no fee will be due and no fee will be paid. Please do not forward resumes to our team members, partners or any company location.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• You have a civil engineering degree from an ABET accredited university or equivalent amount of applicable experience
• At least 1-3 years of Civil Engineering experience
• Must have experience in AutoCAD software

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in Civil3D
• Experience with road, storm, sanitary and water design
• Experience in Bluebeam
• Exposure to Municipal and/or Private Development projects