What Jobs are available for Engineers in Detroit?

Job Description

Michigan engineering firm specializing in athletic and recreational facilities projects is hiring a Civil Engineer for their office in the Detroit area!

Responsibilities:

• Ability to grow in organization with project management/design responsibilities
  
• Work on projects from planning/design through completion
  
• Prepare project plan documents/reports
  
• As part of the design team, plan, schedule and coordinate technical aspect of projects
  
• Communicate/resolve technical issues
  
• Present/explain designs
  
• Review/respond to construction RFIs and submittals
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture
  
• 3+ years of experience
  
• Project Management experience preferred
  
• Sports/recreation design experience (including Athletic Fields) preferred
  
• Strong knowledge of site grading concepts
  
• Knowledge/interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards and all areas of design/design methods
  
• Experience with schematic design, design development and construction documents
  
• Proficient in relevant drafting/design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat
  

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Successful applicant must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Please contact Laura Harrison for further information!

Job Description

Toole Design Group in Detroit, MI is looking to hire an experienced and talented full-time Principal Civil Engineer. Do you have proven experience successfully managing a diverse team to deliver highway or roadway projects from preliminary through final design, on time and on budget, while coordinating with clients, and inspiring and mentoring your team to deliver great work? Are you passionate about projects ranging from complex roadways and streetscapes in highly urban settings to signature trail projects that highlight and enhance the natural environment? If so, please consider joining our Michigan team from Detroit!

This Principal Civil Engineer position earns a competitive salary and great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, a health savings account (HSA), and a flexible spending account (FSA). All staff receive 8 holidays and earn at least 16 days of PTO over the course of the year. We practice what we preach and ensure that our employees also have access to transportation by providing them with financial incentives to bike, walk, or use transit for a better quality of life. Come work for a firm that is committed to the well-being of its employees.

About Toole Design

Toole Design is the leading engineering, planning, and landscape architecture firm specializing in multimodal transportation in North America. Since our start in 2003 as a single office in Maryland, we have expanded throughout the United States. Our talented team of engineers, landscape architects, urban designers, and planners are committed to delivering quality work that meets the needs of all people, regardless of age, ability, race or gender. As an Engineering News-Record top 500 design firm, we have also been named a "best firm to work for" and have one of the lowest staff turnover rates in the industry. Every project our employees deliver directly and positively affects our communities. We are industry-leading experts, and we work hard to encourage a collaborative and team-oriented environment.

A Day in the Life of a Principal Civil Engineer

As a Principal Engineer, you are at the forefront of brainstorming creative solutions for challenging projects, and you enjoy ensuring deliverables are of the highest quality. You lead, manage, design, and implement roadway, streetscape, and active transportation projects that positively and directly affect our communities. You are adept at managing conversations between disciplines, managing client relationships, and delivering projects from concept to construction. You get to learn first-hand from multimodal industry-leading experts while growing as an engineering leader and manager in a company that prefers to promote from within. You will be at the table with clients and colleagues from a variety of disciplines, delivering project ideas from concept to construction. You share your knowledge on stakeholder and public outreach, developing feasibility studies and concept plans and preparing construction documents for innovative projects throughout the country. You participate in business development pursuits in your home region as well as across our Midwestern and North American offices. Your job can sometimes be challenging, but you get to work with a close-knit team that is passionate about the work and the communities that you serve!

We are targeting a range of $140,000-$161,000 for this position. Candidates with exceptional qualifications or additional experience may fall into a higher pay range.

Qualifications of a Principal Civil Engineer:

• A Professional Engineering license in MI (other Midwest states a plus)
• A bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering
• Proficiency in one or more of the following: MicroStation (including OpenRoads), AutoCAD (including Civil 3D)

It would be a plus if you have any of the following:

• At least 15 years of engineering experience developing construction documents and/or public agency construction administration
• At least 5 years serving in a project and/or design management role
• A broad knowledge base in civil engineering, with specific experience in roadway design, drainage design, geometric design, 3D modeling and design of accessible public spaces
• A proven track record of past performance delivering multiple large/complex projects on time and on budget
• Experience in preparing transportation and local agency permit documents
• General experience leading multidisciplinary teams, coordinating utility and right-of-way impacts, street lighting, traffic signal, and landscape/hardscape layouts
• Interest in multimodal and active transportation design
• General knowledge of project performance metrics and strategies for monitoring them
• Experience in business development including networking with colleagues and clients at public events, industry organizations (e.g. ACEC, ITE, ASHE, or ASCE), and agency organized events

You'll be great here if:

• You have experience in Civil/Roadway/Highway design and are interested in moving into active transportation and Complete Streets Design
• You want to become an expert who is sought after by clients and teaming partners
• You enjoy generating and evaluating engineering solutions that can be constructed and maintained
• You have strong leadership skills and enjoy mentoring junior staff
• You are passionate about sustainability and the opportunity to work on challenging multimodal projects that make communities more livable
• You enjoy producing high-quality work products and seeing your projects get built
• You have strong communication skills, whether written, verbal, or graphical
• You can build relationships, bring enthusiasm to exciting projects, and are detail oriented with strong problem-solving skills

Work Schedule for a Principal Civil Engineer

This position will initially be remote with the plan to transition to a hybrid work schedule. A preference will be given to candidates with experience in the Ann Arbor and Detroit areas. There will be client/site visits and quarterly visits with Michigan team members. Toole Design will provide employees with the necessary equipment to work from home.

Ready to Join our Team from Detroit ? We understand your time is valuable, so we have a quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this Principal Engineer position, please fill out our application by clicking on the link on this page.

At Toole Design, we have a collaborative culture where people of all backgrounds come together to share ideas and build better, more inclusive communities. We encourage everyone, including those from underrepresented communities - women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, first-generation college students/graduates, those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between - to apply. Even if you don't think your current skill set checks every box below, but this role seems to align with your strengths, we want to hear from you.

We're proud that about half of our managers are women and are committed to achieving diversity in our leadership to better represent the communities where we work, as well. Toole Design is a woman-owned business and an equal opportunity employer (EO/AA/VEV/Disabled employer).

Individuals may request accommodations or assistance with the application process by contacting and asking for Human Resources or emailing

For more information about Toole Design, visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook.

• Lead the structural analysis and design of buildings, bridges, and other civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop detailed structural drawings, specifications, and calculations in accordance with relevant building codes and standards (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI).
• Manage structural engineering projects from conceptual design through construction administration.
• Perform complex structural modeling and simulations using specialized software.
• Review shop drawings and submittals from contractors to ensure compliance with design intent.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior structural engineers and designers.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor construction progress and address any structural issues.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and project proposals.
• Stay current with advancements in structural engineering practices, materials, and technologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution. Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Michigan or the ability to obtain reciprocity. Structural Engineer (SE) license is a significant advantage.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in structural engineering design and project management.
• In-depth knowledge of structural analysis principles, building codes, and design standards.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (e.g., SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro, RISA).
• Experience with BIM software (e.g., Revit Structure) is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet demanding deadlines.
• Experience in forensic investigations and existing structure assessments is a plus.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and ethical engineering practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an office environment.

• Lead the design and development of transportation projects, including roadway alignment, geometric design, drainage systems, and traffic control measures.
• Prepare detailed engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates for transportation infrastructure.
• Conduct traffic studies, capacity analyses, and safety assessments.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, public stakeholders, and other project team members.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Perform site investigations and feasibility studies for new transportation projects.
• Ensure all designs comply with federal, state, and local transportation standards and regulations (e.g., AASHTO, MUTCD).
• Oversee the work of junior engineers and design technicians, providing technical guidance and mentorship.
• Review and approve design calculations, drawings, and other project deliverables.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, assisting in proposal preparation and business development efforts.
• Stay current with advancements in transportation engineering, technology, and sustainable design practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. Master's degree with a focus on Transportation Engineering is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with a significant focus on transportation projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Michigan is required.
• Proficiency in transportation design software, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and traffic simulation software (e.g., VISSIM, CORSIM).
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, highway design standards, and traffic control devices.
• Experience with P3 (Public-Private Partnership) projects is a plus.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and public outreach.

• Lead the design and development of civil engineering projects, from conceptualization to completion.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to project engineers and design staff.
• Conduct thorough site investigations, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments.
• Prepare and review engineering reports, drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Utilize advanced CAD and modeling software for design and analysis.
• Develop and implement innovative engineering solutions to address complex challenges.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client presentations.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one US state.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with a focus on project leadership.
• Extensive experience in transportation engineering, land development, or water resources.
• Proficiency in industry-standard civil engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, HEC-RAS).
• Demonstrated success in managing complex projects from inception to completion.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a remote team environment.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Experience with contract negotiation and administration.
• A proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in structural design and project management for civil infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; SE (Structural Engineer) license strongly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of bridge design, highway structures, and AASHTO specifications.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as SAP2000, CSiBridge, or similar.
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and other relevant design software.
• Demonstrated experience in leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and materials.

• Lead the structural design and analysis for complex civil engineering projects, including buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure.
• Develop innovative and cost-effective structural solutions that meet all project requirements and regulatory standards.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and reports.
• Oversee the work of junior engineers and drafters, providing guidance and ensuring quality control.
• Collaborate with architects, project managers, and construction teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to design specifications.
• Perform structural assessments and investigations of existing facilities.
• Stay current with advancements in structural engineering software, materials, and building codes.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for structural engineering components.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client presentations.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Michigan or the ability to obtain one.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in structural engineering design and project management.
• Extensive experience with structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant design software.
• Strong understanding of building codes and standards (e.g., IBC, ACI, AISC).
• Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present technical information.
• Experience in the automotive or manufacturing sectors is a plus.