Staff Civil Engineer (Water Resources)
Staff Civil Engineer (Water Resources)
Location: Grand Rapids or Novi, MI
Job Summary
Fishbeck is actively seeking a talented Civil Engineer to work with our water resource team in our Grand Rapids or Novi office. This position requires self-motivation, commitment to high-quality work performance, excellent planning, organization, and communication skills and the ability to work with other staff in a project team environment. These positions will provide a variety of learning and development experience for the right candidate.
Primary Functions
- Perform design calculations, quantify bid items, develop cost estimates, execute Civil3D drafting and prepare reports.
- Plan and design stormwater and floodplain projects, including site layout, grading, stormwater management, and utilities while working with multi-discipline teams.
- Work closely with other technical staff from all Fishbeck offices to provide utility and drainage design and other related engineering services, mainly for Drain Commissioners, local municipalities, Universities, non-profit group, and Tribal Communities.
- Interact daily with project teams in a multi-disciplinary and multi-office environment.
Minimum Physical Requirements
Occasionally exposed to light lifting, sitting, and walking. May perform duties in the field and will be required to access and maneuver around project sites. Capable of traveling to and from projects is required. Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes. Visual acuity to perform responsibilities
Desired Education
Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Desired Skills/Experience
- Successfully passed FE (EIT) Exam.
- Strong interest in stormwater/floodplain management.
- Civil 3D and ArcGIS experience.
- Hydrologic/hydraulic modeling experience in programs including HEC-RAS, EPA SWMM, WINTR-55.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
What we offer
Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Wellness reimbursement and activities.
- Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development.
- Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules.
- 401(k), profit-sharing, and stock options (we’re 100% employee-owned).
- And more!
About Fishbeck
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 15 regional offices and more than 600 staff members. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.
Fishbeck is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.