Senior Project Engineer Public Works

MSA Professional Services, Inc.•Madison, WI
•$88,000 - $143,000•Hybrid

About The Position

MSA is hiring a Senior Professional Engineer (PE) for its Public Works team, with placement at any office in Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, or Minnesota. The role focuses primarily on public-sector work across a wide range 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 back to 1919 and a network of nearly 550 professionals across engineering, architecture, planning, funding, surveying, GIS, environmental science, and related disciplines. The position is full-time, salaried, hybrid eligible, and flex-time eligible. Compensation is $88,000–$143,000, commensurate with experience. MSA describes a collaborative culture, flexible work-life integration, ongoing learning and professional growth, and a commitment to inclusion and belonging.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • At least 8 years of previous experience.
  • Authorization to work in the United States for any employer; sponsorship will not be provided.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain client relationships.
  • 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

  • Flex time, including accrual of time off for hours worked beyond 40 in a week.
  • Annual MSA stock shares at no cost to employees through the ESOP.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and eligible dependents.
  • 17 or more days of paid time off, potentially higher depending on experience.
  • 8 paid holidays.
  • Paid parental leave regardless of birth parent status.
  • 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.
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