Senior Civil Engineer – Water & Infrastructure Design

CDM Smith; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineer for Sterling Heights, MI. You’ll handle design work including site layout, drainage, hydraulics, and water systems, contributing to complex projects from concept to execution.

The role requires reviewing drafts for compliance, mentoring junior staff, and travel up to 40%. A PE license and relevant degree are preferred to support project leadership and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license. 7 years of related experience.
• 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 to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications.
• Updates design requirements as necessary.
• Contributes to firm’s TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation.
• Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
• Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to client requests for proposals (RFPs).
• Reviews draft proposals for adherence to regulations and best practices.
• Meets with current and potential clients to review design needs.
• Attends conferences and symposia to improve visibility of products and services.
• Provides technical guidance and training to junior staff.
• Mentors junior staff for growth within the discipline.

Skills

CAD software

Engineering design

MS Office

Verbal & written communications

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineer for Sterling Heights, MI. You’ll handle design work including site layout, drainage, hydraulics, and water systems, contributing to complex projects from concept to execution.

The role requires reviewing drafts for compliance, mentoring junior staff, and travel up to 40%. A PE license and relevant degree are preferred to support project leadership and professional growth.