Civil Engineer - Site Design

About the role

Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for mixed-use, commercial, and residential land development projects, along with industrial, sports, schools, and other site development types. As Civil Engineer on our Site Design team, you will provide basic project design through CAD drafting, instruct drafters on how to create drawings of designs, and prepare project schedules. You may also perform research, write technical reports, and travel to job sites for observation.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides small scale design elements for engineering projects using fundamental knowledge, standard techniques, and established methods for small to mid-sized projects.
• Performs basic plan production and receives instructions for necessary tasks.
• Develops and applies knowledge and experience working within design and modeling software.
• Assists with preparation of project documentation and schedules and performs design calculations within a limited scope.
• Collaborates with experienced engineers and designers on non-routine techniques and procedures.
• Gathers research, recommends solutions, and creates drafts of technical reports using prescribed methods.
• Mentors student interns by providing opportunities for developing basic technical skills and knowledge.
• Gains experience with creating and maintaining project and client information within the firm’s project management system.

Qualifications

• You are passionate about: Working collaboratively with others, having ownership in the work you do, and using your talents to positively affect communities.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Must possess Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certificate.
• 2+ years of related civil engineering design experience.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD (Civil 3D is a plus).

Additional Information

• Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental.
• The role offers flexible work options, including remote and hybrid opportunities, to accommodate diverse working preferences and promote work-life balance.
• Full-time employees will receive a competitive 401(k) match, traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off), and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply.
• We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.