Civil Engineer

Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc•East Grand Forks, MN

16h•$90,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Widseth is looking for a Civil Engineer who’s ready to take ownership of complex, meaningful work—and help guide the next generation of engineers along the way. If you’re energized by solving problems, collaborating with smart people, and seeing your designs come to life, you’ll fit right in here. This role is hands-on, people-focused, and impact-driven. Your work will matter, and your voice will be heard.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
PE license in MN and ND
5-8+ years of municipal engineering experience.
Strong design and project management—you know how to get projects across the finish line.
A leadership style that’s supportive, open, and collaborative.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to client sites and commission meetings.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Working with rural or small-town municipalities.
Familiarity with local, state, and federal funding and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, design, and delivery of civil infrastructure projects—site development, roadways, drainage, utilities, and whatever challenges come next.
Mentor and develop junior engineers and EITs with support that helps them grow fast.
Partner with clients, architects, contractors, and agencies to turn ideas into built projects that serve communities.
Own schedules, budgets, QA/QC, and documentation—keeping projects moving and teams aligned.
Shape proposals and scopes with your insight and experience.
Leverage top tools like Civil 3D, stormwater modeling software, and GIS to streamline design and push for innovation.
Champion smarter, greener, more resilient engineering solutions that raise the bar for every project.