About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Municipal Design Engineer (EIT) will support municipal infrastructure projects and work closely with project managers and project engineers. Core responsibilities include:

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction-phase activities on municipal projects
• Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, and support preparation of preliminary reports and feasibility analyses
• Assist with project plans and specifications, including cost and quantity take-offs
• Support construction observation and administration: construction staking, documenting site activities, measuring and testing, and interacting with contractors, subcontractors, residents, and municipal staff
• Contribute to team deliverables, maintain project documentation, and support quality control efforts

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What We’re Looking For

We are hiring an early-career civil engineer (EIT) who is motivated to grow in municipal engineering. Required or preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or environmental engineering from an accredited program
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain EIT within 12 months of hire
• 0–3 years practical experience preferred; open to May 2027 graduates or candidates with 1–3 years’ experience
• Working knowledge of CAD and civil design tools (for example AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation)
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently to field sites during construction season
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation for site visits
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the start of employment (the client is not offering visa sponsorship or OPT extensions)

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Work Location & Schedule

• Primary location: Milwaukee, WI (local travel across job sites required)
• Full-time position; some fieldwork and seasonal travel required during construction season
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable law

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Why Join Our Confidential Client

Our client is focused on delivering community infrastructure solutions that make communities safer, more sustainable, and more livable. As part of the municipal team you’ll gain hands-on design and field experience, mentorship from licensed engineers, and opportunities for professional growth and licensure.

• Professional development and mentorship to support licensure (PE) progression
• Competitive compensation and benefits package (see client for details)
• Collaborative team environment focused on community impact

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Legal & Hiring Notes

• This role requires that candidates be authorized to work in the U.S. at the start of employment; the client is not providing visa sponsorship or OPT extensions.
• Background checks and employment eligibility verification may be required as permitted by law.
• Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and will consider reasonable accommodations under applicable law.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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