Civil Engineer – Mid Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co • Ann Arbor, MI

37d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports project teams on civil engineering and related technical assignments, primarily focused on design for power generation, mining, and industrial site development, including design of buried utilities, with opportunities to support other sectors as needed. Responsibilities include project planning and management; civil design and analysis; CADD modeling; preparation of construction plans, specifications, and spreadsheets; and coordination with multidisciplinary teams. Additional duties may involve site grading and layout, hydrologic and hydraulic calculations, report writing and large report support, construction cost estimating, construction management and observation, and facility inspections. A successful person in this role will have strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. They must possess a flexible working style and be willing to occasionally modify their schedule to meet deadlines and/or client needs. They must be able to work cooperatively in a project team environment that encourages self-initiative and demonstrate effective project organization and management skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 5 or more years of related work experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Civil 3D.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or ability to obtain certification within one year.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future.
• Ability to work in locations that feature the rough terrain typical of construction sites.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in civil site design, including grading, layout, and underground utilities.
• Prior involvement in industrial or heavy‑commercial site projects.
• 7+ years of progressive civil engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Technical knowledge: experience with the preparation of plans and specifications, analyzing alternatives, and developing quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Project management: proposal development including defining work scopes, deliverables, schedules, and budget.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing projects.
• Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to team members and clients.
• Staff development: support the growth and development of team members.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level