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Design Engineer

Kalamazoo, MIOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Michigan Civil Engineering, P.E
  • civil engineering
  • surveying
  • commercial projects
  • municipal projects
  • industrial projects
  • education projects
  • residential projects
  • permitting
  • construction oversight

Nice to have

  • AutoCAD Civil 3D

Role summary

A Civil Engineering and Surveying firm in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is seeking a Design Engineer to contribute to commercial, municipal, industrial, education, and residential projects. The role involves civil engineering design, studies, preliminary and final design, permitting, and construction oversight. The Design Engineer will serve as the primary designer, assisting with cost estimates, construction plans, contract documents, and material specifications, while interpreting regulations and meeting project deadlines. A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and 5+ years of related experience are desired, with a Michigan Civil Engineering P.E. and AutoCAD Civil 3D experience being preferred.

Design Engineer – Kalamazoo, Michigan DISHER is currently partnering with a Civil Engineering and Surveying firm that provides architects, owners, developers, and municipalities with a defined, responsive solution. Their goal is to leave a positive, permanent impact on their clients and the communities in which they work and live and create an environment where the team can build a rewarding career. What it’s like to work here:  This company operates under core values of unwavering integrity, prioritizing people, deliberately detailed, complete ownership, simplicity, and continuous improvement. They strive to make the office a relaxed and welcoming environment where you can exceed professionally, give back to the community, and know your work is making a difference.

What you'll get to do:

  • Civil engineering design of commercial, municipal, industrial, education and residential projects including studies, preliminary and final design, permitting, and construction oversight.
  • Serve as primary designer on projects and work closely with project manager to assist with various aspects of projects, including preparation of preliminary and final cost estimates, construction plans, contract documents, material specifications.
  • Meet regularly with Project Manager to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues.
  • Review work in progress to anticipate technical problems
  • Interpret statutes and regulations.
  • Responsible for meeting project deadlines, as defined by Project Manager.
  • Work collaboratively to meet project milestones.

    • What will make you successful:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
  • Michigan Civil Engineering, P.E. preferred.
  • 5+ years of related experience is desired.
  • Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying.
  • Experience with the study, planning, and design of commercial, municipal, education, industrial, and residential projects.
  • Knowledge of municipal government practices and regulations.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D experience preferred.
  • Strong work ethic.
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