Engineering Technician II Civil

MSA Professional Services, Inc.•St. Paul, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MSA is hiring a Senior Engineering Technician to join our Public Works team in St. Paul! The Public Works team supports a wide variety of civil engineering projects, ranging from roads, parks/trails, water/sewer, utilities, and more. In this role, you will assist with construction observation, contractor relationships, and design. This is primarily a field-based role. MSA specializes in the sustainable development of communities and is proud to be 100% employee owned. With roots reaching back to 1919, MSA has grown from a rural land survey company into a multidisciplinary network of nearly 550 engineers, architects, planners, funding experts, surveyors, GIS experts, environmental scientists, and more who are committed to making communities better places to live, work, and play. Come join the ownership team here!

Requirements

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology (or related field) required
Valid driver's license required
2+ years of related experience required
This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position

Responsibilities

Perform construction observation and field inspection services for public works and municipal infrastructure projects, including streets, utilities, stormwater, and site improvements.
Coordinate daily with contractors, municipal staff, utility representatives, and project managers to support successful project delivery in the field.
Review plans, specifications, and contract documents to verify construction activities comply with project requirements and applicable standards.
Document project progress through daily reports, photographs, quantity tracking, and field measurements.
Assist with construction staking verification, material testing coordination, and resolution of field issues during construction.
Mentor junior technicians and provide technical guidance on construction inspection procedures and documentation standards.

Benefits

100% employee‑owned firm with 100+ years of community impact
Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
Flexible work‑life integration
Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years
ESOP: Receive MSA stock shares annually, at no cost to the employee
Medical, dental & vision insurance for you, spouse, domestic partner, and eligible dependents
17+ days PTO (potentially higher pending experience) + 8 paid holidays
Paid parental leave regardless of birth parent
401(k) plan with company matching
Short‑term incentive program for annual bonus opportunities
Company‑paid life & disability insurance