Project Engineer Public Works

MSA Professional Services, Inc.•Madison, WI

6h•$88,000 - $143,000•Hybrid

About The Position

MSA is hiring a Professional Engineer for its Public Works team, with the position available from any Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, or Minnesota office. The role focuses primarily on public-sector work across a variety of project types, including utilities, sanitary sewer, road reconstruction, water and wastewater, parks, and trails. The Project Engineer is expected to perform technical work and interface directly with local clients. MSA is a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary firm specializing in the sustainable development of communities. The company has roots dating to 1919 and nearly 550 employees across engineering, architecture, planning, funding, surveying, GIS, environmental science, and other disciplines. The position is full-time, salaried, hybrid eligible, and flex-time eligible. The compensation range is $88,000–$143,000, commensurate with experience. MSA does not provide sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
At least 4 years of previous experience.
Authorization to work in the United States for any employer; sponsorship is not provided.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain client relations.
Design municipal infrastructure projects.
Assist with mentoring junior engineering staff.
Prepare plans, details, specifications, and bidding documents.
Prepare technical reports and regulatory permits for projects.
Develop project funding packages with assistance from funding staff.

Benefits

Flexible work-life integration and flex time, with hours worked beyond 40 in a week added to a flex-time balance for future time off.
Annual MSA stock shares at no cost to the employee through the employee stock ownership plan.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees, spouses, domestic partners, and eligible dependents.
17 or more days of paid time off, potentially higher based on experience, plus 8 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave regardless of birth parent.
401(k) plan with company matching.
Short-term incentive program with annual bonus opportunities.
Company-paid life and disability insurance.
Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities.
Collaborative culture with in-house experts across disciplines.
Inclusive work environment focused on belonging.