Senior Civil Engineer – Heavy Civil & Water Systems

CDM Smith; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineer to lead design efforts on water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects in the United States. You will participate in site layout, hydraulics, and stormwater designs while providing mentorship to junior staff.

Applicants should hold a PE license and a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with at least seven years of related experience and willingness to travel 20–40% as project needs dictate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license. 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
• Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications.
• Updates design requirements as necessary.
• Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm.
• Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
• Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to RFPs.
• Reviews draft proposals for adherence to regulations and best practices.

Skills

CAD & 3D/4D

Engineering design principles

MS Office proficiency

Communications skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

PE license

Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Eng degree

7 years experience

Travel willingness

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineer to lead design efforts on water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects in the United States. You will participate in site layout, hydraulics, and stormwater designs while providing mentorship to junior staff.

Applicants should hold a PE license and a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with at least seven years of related experience and willingness to travel 20–40% as project needs dictate.