Graduate Engineer

City of Lakeville • Lakeville, MN

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About The Position

The City of Lakeville is seeking a Graduate Engineer to assist division staff with technical engineering work and apply civil engineering principles and practices to public works projects. The role involves hands-on work across engineering and Public Works, including data collection, design, construction observation, project documentation, and planning. The position collaborates with experienced teams and includes both field and office work.

The Graduate Engineer assists with construction observation of municipal improvement and developer-installed public improvement projects, reviews and maintains project records and as-built plans, and supports the design of municipal improvement projects. Design work may include preparing cost estimates, engineering plans, specifications, and other design documents, as well as assisting with easement acquisition, permitting, and surveying. Other duties and special projects may be assigned.

The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional evening work during construction season or for public meetings. The work includes outdoor activity in varied weather and terrain and may involve construction sites, equipment, and specialized personal protective equipment. The 2026 salary range is $36.08–$46.69 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering degree program, or the ability to obtain the degree within six months.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, or the ability to successfully complete it within six months.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and complete work accurately and on time.
• Ability to communicate technical engineering information effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and on varied terrain associated with construction projects.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship experience.
• Experience with engineering and design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D or HydroCAD.
• Construction survey experience, such as using Trimble equipment.
• Experience with GIS mapping applications such as ArcGIS.
• One to four years of work experience in civil engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction observation of municipal improvement and developer-installed public improvement projects to check conformance with engineering plans, specifications, construction standards, and safety standards.
• Keep project records and documentation, measure and track quantities, and interact with coworkers, the public, contractors, and other public agencies during construction observation.
• Assist with reviewing and maintaining as-built record plans for municipal improvement and developer-installed public improvement projects.
• Assist with designing municipal improvement projects, including preparing cost estimates, engineering plans, specifications, and design documents.
• Assist with easement acquisition, permitting, and surveying for municipal improvement projects.
• Perform other duties and special projects as apparent or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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