Project Engineer - Detroit

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Civil Engineering degree from an ABET accredited university or equivalent experience
• At least 1-3 years of Civil Engineering experience
• Experience in AutoCAD software

Benefits

• 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

Pay

Competitive Salaries

Schedule

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 and 2025. 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.

Note to recruitment agencies

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.