Civil Engineer

Requisition Number: 2024-1170-02

S&ME is looking for an enthusiastic Civil Engineer who is ready to make a difference from the start of your career to join our Civil team in Columbus, Ohio, and help us deliver top-notch engineering solutions to our clients. Whether you're seeking to gain additional experience or grow your career as a recent graduate, this role offers an excellent opportunity.

As a Civil Engineer, you'll embark on an exciting journey in civil engineering, collaborating with experienced professionals on a variety of geotechnical and water resources projects. Under the guidance of licensed engineers, you'll contribute significantly to the creation of critical infrastructure such as landfills, reservoirs, dams, and more. This position offers invaluable hands-on experience in multiple areas of civil engineering, enabling you to develop your expertise and make impactful contributions.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Utilize CAD software to create detailed engineering drawings and plans, such as site grading plans, erosion and sediment control plans, and design retaining walls, culverts, spillways, and channels.


• Create conceptual designs, conduct engineering analysis of design alternatives, prepare drawings/details, estimate construction costs, and develop specifications.


• Perform construction site inspections, prepare proposals and reports, and communicate effectively with vendors, internal teams, and external clients.


• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and project documentation.


• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project milestones and deadlines are met.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and standards.

What You Bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, geotechnical engineering or related field


• 0-3 years of relevant experience


• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ability to learn commercial software applications


• Engineering Intern (E.I.) certification is a plus


• Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation is a plus

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.


• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. (field/laboratory samples and equipment)


• Traveling out-of-town (may include overnight) for assignments as necessary.


• Working outside of normal business hours when necessary.

We Are S&ME:

For over 50 years, our collaborative approach to geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials has offered innovative solutions to solve our clients' most complex challenges. Together, our work results in lasting positive community impacts across the country.

Collectively, we are 1000+ proud employee-owners across 10+ states and value eager, passionate, honest, and hard-working employees who strive to make positive impacts on our communities. With employee ownership at our foundation, we are all vested in the success of each other and S&ME. We know that creating an environment where employees can grow and flourish, both professionally and personally, leads to our collective drive for success. That's why we put our employees first in everything from safety to opportunity.

What We Offer:

We offer a generous benefits package with a full suite of options, including well-being programs to support you and your family, as well as the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.

• Competitive Compensation


• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options


• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• 401K with Company Matching


• PTO with Rollover


• Maternity/Paternity Leave


• Credential Incentive Program


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Company Vehicle with Gas Card for Project-Based Work


• $2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses


• & More!

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join our team!

This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites.

No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.