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Project Engineer - Detroit

Detroit, Michigan, United States · Hybrid

Mid level

Description 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…

Skills: Geometrics, Grading, Pavement Design, Soil Erosion And Sediment Control, Utility Design

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Project Engineer - Detroit

Giffels Webster

Detroit, Michigan, United States • Hybrid

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  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance
  • Posted 5d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Project Engineer will work on urban land development projects in Detroit, focusing on design tasks such as grading, utilities, and stormwater management. Responsibilities also include preparing permit applications, conducting field visits, and performing construction administration.

Requirements

Candidates must have a civil engineering degree from an ABET accredited university and 1-3 years of civil engineering experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD is required, while experience with Civil3D and Bluebeam is preferred.

Full job description

Description

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.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work independently on various engineering projects. You will work in a team environment led by the Partner in charge/Project Manager on a variety of tasks.

Typical responsibilities include:

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

What we offer:

  • 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

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. If you are looking to put your skills to work with a highly motivated and highly qualified team, we want to hear from you!

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.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

  • You have a civil engineering degree from an ABET accredited university or equivalent amount of applicable experience
  • At least 1-3 years of Civil Engineering experience
  • Must have experience in AutoCAD software

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience in Civil3D
  • Experience with road, storm, sanitary and water design
  • Experience in Bluebeam
  • Exposure to Municipal and/or Private Development projects

Related keywords

Civil EngineeringUrban Land DevelopmentAutoCADCivil3DBluebeamStormwater ManagementGreen InfrastructurePavement DesignUtility DesignABETConstruction AdministrationPermit ApplicationsCost EstimatesGeometricsGrading

About Giffels Webster

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Dedicated to making communities better.

Industry
Civil Engineering
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1952
Headquarters
Detroit, Michigan
LinkedIn followers
2,958

Giffels Webster is a collection of people – civil engineers, landscape architects, planners, surveyors and GIS specialists – who choose every day to make communities better. Through our projects and community involvement, our people and our firm strengthen the areas in which we work and live. Through diverse experience serving public, private and institutional sectors, we bring a unique perspective that creates better living and working spaces. From retail and housing developments to streetscape planning and water treatment, we provide and implement solutions that meet today’s demands while anticipating tomorrow’s needs. Even as communities and lifestyles change, this vision of quality living through better planning and design creates lasting results and relevancy. In short, we’re there with the right balance of expertise, resources, capabilities and humanity.

Offices: 28 W. Adams, Suite 1200, Detroit, Michigan 48226, US · 1025 E. Maple, Birmingham, MI 48009, US · 6303 26 Mile Road, Suite 100, Washington Township, MI 48094, US

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About Giffels Webster

LinkedInVisit site

Dedicated to making communities better.

Industry
Civil Engineering
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1952
Headquarters
Detroit, Michigan
LinkedIn followers
2,958

Giffels Webster is a collection of people – civil engineers, landscape architects, planners, surveyors and GIS specialists – who choose every day to make communities better. Through our projects and community involvement, our people and our firm strengthen the areas in which we work and live. Through diverse experience serving public, private and institutional sectors, we bring a unique perspective that creates better living and working spaces. From retail and housing developments to streetscape planning and water treatment, we provide and implement solutions that meet today’s demands while anticipating tomorrow’s needs. Even as communities and lifestyles change, this vision of quality living through better planning and design creates lasting results and relevancy. In short, we’re there with the right balance of expertise, resources, capabilities and humanity.

Offices: 28 W. Adams, Suite 1200, Detroit, Michigan 48226, US · 1025 E. Maple, Birmingham, MI 48009, US · 6303 26 Mile Road, Suite 100, Washington Township, MI 48094, US

Civil EngineeringSurveyingMunicipal ConsultingPlanningLandscape ArchitectureTraffic EngineeringGeographic Information SystemsZoningGrant WritingComplete Streets
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