Project Engineer

Arcadis•Minneapolis, MN

17d•$87,912 - $131,868•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a self-motivated, experienced Project Engineer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with an environmental or geotechnical background to support an expanding portfolio of projects throughout the United States. The Project Engineer collaborates with scientists, engineers, project managers, and technical experts on civil, design, geotechnical, and environmental permitting projects. The portfolio includes site development, reclamation, and restoration work in the energy, industrial, and mining sectors. Experience with federal and state environmental permitting is required. The role involves feasibility studies, design, construction quality assurance, and client engagement, with opportunities for professional growth and leadership in the mining sector. The Project Engineer analyzes technical reports, construction submittals, maps, drawings, test results, and aerial photographs to understand site characteristics—including geotechnical properties, terrain, and hydrologic and hydraulic conditions—and support design development. The position may involve up to 25% travel to client sites and meetings within North America.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental, Civil, Geologic, or Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related field.
At least 10 years of professional experience.
Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with federal and state environmental permitting.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Environmental, Civil, Geologic, or Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related field.
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, and geotechnical modeling software such as GeoStudio, FLAC, or PLAXIS.
Expertise in mine slope stability analysis, tailings dam design and siting, and soft-ground mechanics.

Responsibilities

Participate as a key member of the Mining Sector Team, providing technical leadership and contributing to critical projects.
Apply geologic and/or geotechnical engineering principles to develop solutions for surface mining projects, including tailings facilities, open pits, and mine reclamation efforts.
Perform engineering reviews and provide input on large-scale, complex projects across the United States and internationally.
Mentor and develop mid-level and junior staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
Support business development by identifying and pursuing growth opportunities with existing and new clients.
Serve as, or work toward becoming, the Engineer of Record on appropriate projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
Analyze technical reports, construction submittals, maps, drawings, test results, and aerial photographs to understand site conditions and support design development.
Support feasibility studies, design, construction quality assurance, and client engagement.
Support civil, design, geotechnical, and environmental permitting projects.