Municipal Engineer

ISG • Durham, NC

1d • $95,000 - $155,000

About The Position

ISG is seeking a Municipal Engineer to join its Public Works team. The role involves leading municipal engineering projects focused on water and wastewater systems, utilities, and roadway design. The engineer works with multidisciplinary colleagues and serves as a primary client contact, coordinating technical work and delivering projects within budget, schedule, and contractual commitments. The position includes coordination with permitting agencies, preparation of technical reports, feasibility studies, designs, estimates, and specifications, and contribution to proposals and business development. Site visits and potential travel across ISG’s footprint are part of the position; the team occasionally uses ISG’s private aircraft when travel is necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Civil 3D.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, report writing, organization, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present technical information clearly to colleagues, contractors, and the public.
• Demonstrates a humble, team-oriented approach; a strong work ethic and passion for continuous improvement; and strong interpersonal skills and understanding of team dynamics.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Preferred 2 years of experience with direct client contact and project management.
• Preferred 5 years of experience working with technical teams, including leadership experience, and conducting hands-on engineering such as design, reports, and studies for municipal engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical municipal engineering project activities focused on water systems, wastewater systems, utilities, and roadway design.
• Serve as the primary client contact.
• Lead, coordinate, and build teamwork among members of the necessary disciplines.
• Deliver projects within budget, schedule, and contractual commitments.
• Work closely with relevant permitting agencies.
• Develop technical reports, feasibility studies, and engineering designs.
• Lead proposals and develop project scope, schedule, and budget, with support from the marketing team.
• Establish objectives and provide performance feedback for project team members.
• Plan, coordinate, and prepare designs, estimates, and specifications for municipal engineering projects.
• Conduct site visits before and during design projects; assess existing conditions and identify design needs and potential constraints.
• Coordinate with survey, right-of-way, outside consultants, and construction observation staff to support project design and construction.
• Pursue business development, client development, and business growth opportunities.
• Participate in relevant professional organizations such as APWA and AWWA.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, with a prorated amount available on the start date.
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Bi-annual profit sharing.
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement plans.
• Life insurance.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Bereavement leave.
• Supplemental voluntary benefits.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Parking reimbursement, varying by office location.
• Cell phone plan reimbursement.
• Mileage reimbursement for ISG-approved travel.

What This Job Offers

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