Senior Civil Engineer (PE) – Design Lead & Mentorship

CDM Smith; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a licensed engineer to lead and review civil/environmental/mechanical designs for compliance with regulations. You will mentor junior staff, support project teams, and contribute to technical papers and proposals.

Responsibilities include collaborating with sales on RFPs, updating design requirements, and ensuring designs meet location specifications while supporting business growth across disciplines and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering.
• PE license and 7+ years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Mentors more junior staff and may supervise junior engineers.
• Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to RFPs.
• Reviews draft proposals for adherence to regulations and best practices.
• Meets with clients to review design needs.

Skills

CAD 3D/4D software

Engineering design principles

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Tools

CAD software (3D/4D)

Microsoft Office

Job description

CDM Smith in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a licensed engineer to lead and review civil/environmental/mechanical designs for compliance with regulations. You will mentor junior staff, support project teams, and contribute to technical papers and proposals.

Responsibilities include collaborating with sales on RFPs, updating design requirements, and ensuring designs meet location specifications while supporting business growth across disciplines and clients.