Civil Engineer - Site Design (Remote, MI)
CIVIL ENGINEER - SITE DESIGN - REMOTE, MIAbout the Company Our client is a long-established Michigan architecture, engineering, and interior design firm with four offices across the state. Having architecture, engineering, and interiors in one firm means projects are planned and designed by a single connected team. Their work centers on K-12 education, commercial buildings, senior living, and civic and community projects, and they're growing into new development areas. The culture is people-first, built around work-life balance, supportive leadership, and investing in their people. Their values include serving with humility, finding fun in the work, and committing to mutual success.About Your Manager You'll work closely with the firm's engineering leadership, project managers, and architects. They're known for being collaborative and supportive, and they listen to what each person wants from their career. Then they create opportunities to help them get there.Position Overview This is a remote site civil role for a licensed engineer who wants to own site design from schematic design through construction administration. You'll lead stormwater, grading, and utility design on commercial and K-12 education sites. You'll also take projects through local agency reviews and permitting under Michigan site design codes. You'll work from home, but you'll need to live in Michigan near one of the firm's four offices. You'll also need to be able to travel to client sites across the state.Role & ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage site designs, including stormwater drainage, grading, and utility layoutsPrepare and review engineering plans, specifications, and reportsCoordinate with local agencies on code compliance and project approvalsPerform site analyses, including grading, hydrology, and stormwater management studiesLead permit applications and other regulatory submittalsCollaborate with architects, planners, and contractors on project deliveryManage schedules, budgets, and deliverables to meet client expectationsProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staffSupport construction through RFIs, submittal reviews, and site visitsConfirm construction matches the design intent and specificationsQualificationsBachelor's degree in civil engineeringActive PE license4+ years of civil engineering experience with a strong focus on site designProficiency in local agency reviews and regulatory processesProficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft OfficeStrong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and prioritiesMust live in Michigan near one of the firm's officesAbility to travel 10-25% of the time, possibly including overnight staysPreferred ExperienceFamiliarity with sustainable design practices and SITES certificationExperience with Land F/X and other relevant design softwareExperience with hydrology and hydraulic modeling softwareMaster's degree in civil engineering or a related fieldWhy JoinRemote working: You'll work from home in Michigan, with site visits as projects need themOwnership: You'll lead site design from concept through constructionCommunity impact: Your work will include schools, civic buildings, and community projects across MichiganIntegrated team: You'll work with architecture, engineering, and interiors in one firmCulture: It's a people-first firm that values work-life balance and supportive leadershipGrowth: They're expanding into new development areas, with room to grow your roleBenefitsBase salary of $80,000-$130,000Remote working within MichiganStrong focus on work-life balanceSupport for professional growth and career development Apply To This Job