Civil Engineer

Salas O Brien - Bloomington, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Bloomington, MN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Civil Engineer position at Salas O'Brien involves providing design and consulting services for various facilities, including educational, healthcare, and industrial projects. The role emphasizes building and managing relationships with clients and contractors while ensuring high-quality design solutions that meet client needs and project schedules. The position supports a people-first approach and focuses on sustainable practices, allowing team members to develop meaningful careers with significant impact.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with in-house teams and contractors.
• Provide design and consulting services needed by facility managers and owners.
• Evaluate options based on client needs, first cost, and life cycle cost.
• Communicate design recommendations to clients, project teams, and contractors.
• Work independently or as part of a project team to design and detail new systems.
• Ensure work accuracy and coordination, following quality assurance measures.
• Provide timely services that meet client needs and project schedules.
• Participate in on-site observations and interactions with clients and contractors.
• Maintain contact with existing clients to ensure ongoing service needs are met.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplined design team to discuss projects and evaluate design alternatives.
• Perform civil design calculations following office standards.
• Stay updated on new design technologies and building materials.

Requirements

• Minimum of a BS in Civil Engineering.
• Passed or plan to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
• 3-7 years of experience preferred, but entry-level candidates will be considered.
• Working knowledge of Civil analysis and design software, specifically Civil 3D preferred.
• Professional Engineering license preferred but not required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with decarbonization and electrification projects.
• Familiarity with stormwater management design and pollution control systems.
• Knowledge of site thermal piping distribution and pressure/gravity distribution systems.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement (3 days in the office, 2 days remote)
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.