Job Description

Civil Engineer

Department: Civil/Municipal

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Detroit, MI

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Civil Engineer to assist with our projects in Detroit, MI!

Key Responsibilities

MSG is seeking a motivated Civil Design Engineer with 1–3 years of experience and strong Autodesk Civil 3D skills. This role supports engineers and project managers in producing civil/site design plans, reports, and calculations for municipal infrastructure and private development projects. This is an ideal role for someone early in their career who wants to develop strong technical design abilities while contributing to meaningful projects across Southeast Michigan

Key Responsibilities
- Develop design drawings and plans using Autodesk Civil 3D, including:

• Site grading
• Alignments and profiles
• Surfaces and corridors
• Utility layouts
• Storm sewer and sanitary sewer networks

- Prepare components of engineering packages such as:

• Construction drawings
• Quantities and cost estimates
• Drainage calculations and reports
• Permit submittals

- Assist senior engineers and project managers with:

• Technical analysis
• Project coordination
• Quality control reviews
• Scheduling and task planning

- Conduct periodic field visits for site assessments, measurements, and construction support.
- Ensure all deliverables meet applicable municipal, county, and state standards.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• 1–3 years of civil/site design experience.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D for drafting and basic design.
• Understanding of civil engineering concepts, including grading, utilities, stormwater, and site layout.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!

It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.

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