Civil Design Engineer

Company: The Mannik & Smith Group
Location: Detroit
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 450 professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions. Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Civil Design Engineer to assist with our projects in Detroit and the surrounding area! Key Responsibilities Work in conjunction with other licensed engineers assisting with the design and preparation of a variety of commercial, industrial, energy, water/wastewater, private and community projects throughout the Midwest. Coordinate with fellow MSG staff across a variety of services sectors, including: Surveying, Geotechnical, Structural, Traffic, Transportation, Site Construction, municipal, etc… Perform and check various design calculations and perform various tasks as they relate to preparing a design package. Developing construction documents including plans sets, specifications, and bid sets In charge of municipal water main design and wastewater transmission design Utilities design for private development in Detroit Prepare front end feasibility documents, due diligence reports and zoning studies, project development, storm water modeling and design, cost estimates and detailed design plans. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Knowledge of Ten States Standards and/or Detroit Water and Sewage (DWSD) specifications and standards preferred Practical experience in design and plan preparation for site development projects. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. 2-8 years of experience working for a civil engineering firm preferred Ability to obtain PE certification within 1 - 2 years preferred Understanding of guidelines and specifications Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D is required. Proficiency in independent preparation of stormwater management reports and design is preferred. Roadway design and survey experience are a plus The ability to engage reviewing agencies while preparing technical designs and addressing comments is a critical part of our process. Benefits 401(k) w/ company match Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life Flexible schedule Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work! It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.

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