Municipal Engineer

Description At Clark Dietz, we're more than an engineering firm. We're employee-owners committed to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve. As an ENR Top 500 design firm with offices across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin, we provide transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical, and construction engineering services that make a lasting impact. Position Overview We currently have an opportunity available for a Civil Engineer to join our Civil/Environmental Team in our Milwaukee, WI office . The selected candidate will assist with planning, design, and construction for a wide variety of municipal infrastructure projects including local roads, trails, water, sewer and storm water projects. Key Responsibilities Performs design tasks including computations and analysis for municipal infrastructure including, local roads, water mains, sanitary sewers and storm water facilities. Applies engineering principals to develop solutions and evaluate performance and life cycle cost of municipal infrastructure improvements. Creates drawings and models following the company’s design standards and utilizing the designated CAD or modeling software with limited guidance. Assists with the preparation of reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, supporting documents and permit applications. Provides construction phase services for local roads, trails, sanitary sewer, potable water, and storm sewer infrastructure projects. Interprets construction plans and documents for the contractor and client, interfaces with owners/operators regarding potential interference with operations. Performs full or preliminary review of shop drawings, submittals, change orders, punch lists and contractor as-builts. Maintains project documentation, daily reports of construction site activity, project files, RFIs and submittals as needed Drafts correspondence, reports, participates in project meetings and communicates effectively with all project stakeholders. Participates in securing work from new and existing clients and maintains client relationships. Requirements B.S. degree in Civil Engineering. IL or WI PE license along with 6+ years of experience with the design and construction of municipal infrastructure (roads, trails water, sewer, and stormwater) are required. Ability to research and specify materials/equipment, develop/review cost estimates and bid documents and to understand and interpret local building/zoning codes and review plans. Ability to follow through on tasks to completion, research and recommend solutions, collaborate with other team members, and delegate tasks to Jr. staff and technicians. Strong verbal and written communication skills to draft correspondence, reports and communicate effectively with all project stakeholders. Proficiency with AutoCAD (Civil3D) is required. WaterCAD, SWMM, GIS, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis software including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HEC-GeoRAS, XP-SWMM, Biowin and/or other similar software packages is desired. A valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to local project sites is required. Compensation & Benefits Starting salary range: $89,960 – $118,560 + annual performance bonus. Comprehensive benefits package plus 401(k) & ESOP with unlimited company match. Flexible hybrid schedule with work-from-home options. Support for licensure, education, and career development. Opportunity for ownership in a thriving, employee-centric firm. Engineering Quality of Life Starts Here It’s more than our tagline - It's something we strive to create not only for the communities we serve but also for our employee-owners who make it a reality. You'll help shape the places people rely on every day - The roads we drive, the bridges we cross, the water we drink, and the public facilities we use. Our work improves everyday life because we're designing infrastructure our own communities depend on. You'll keep learning and innovating - Through mentoring, Communities of Practice, collaboration, and hands-on project experience. No matter your role or experience level, you'll be encouraged to share ideas, learn new technologies, and innovate to solve challenges. You'll build more than a career - As a 100% employee-owned company, we share knowledge and profits; celebrate each other's wins, and lead with empathy. You'll grow professionally, build meaningful relationships, and work with people who want you to succeed. We think you'll fit right in. To learn more about us and how we are Engineering Quality of Life visit Clark Dietz Clark Dietz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.