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Position Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Graduate Engineer to support municipal public-works and infrastructure projects in Spring Lake Park, MN. This role combines office-based design and documentation with field work such as construction inspection and surveying. You’ll gain hands-on experience in municipal project design, MnDOT reporting, construction administration, and stakeholder communications while working alongside experienced engineers, technicians, contractors, and residents.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist in designing municipal improvement projects (streets, sidewalks, trails, sanitary and storm sewer, watermain).
• Prepare feasibility analyses, cost estimates, engineering plans, specifications, and design documents.
• Support project administration to track progress, ensure conformance with plans/specifications, and maintain safety standards.
• Review non-City construction plans (grading, drainage, erosion control) for compliance with City standards and policies.
• Collect data and assist with Municipal State Aid and MnDOT reporting requirements (e.g., Certification of Mileage, Needs Update, Traffic Volumes).
• Perform or assist with construction inspections for street reconstruction, sanitary sewer, water main, and storm sewer projects.
• Prepare technical reports, memoranda, and project documentation as required.
• Coordinate with permitting agencies, government partners, contractors, consultants, businesses, and residents.
• Provide guidance to engineering technicians and respond to public information requests.
• Attend and present at public meetings as needed.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license without restrictions.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or ability to pass within six months of hire.
• Proficiency with standard office software (Microsoft Office Suite preferred).
• Must obtain and maintain MnDOT Technical Certification and University of Minnesota Erosion Control (SWPPP) Certification within one year of hire.

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Preferred / Desired Qualifications

• 1–3 years related civil engineering experience (municipal/public works experience preferred).
• Experience in construction management and construction inspection.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation, GPS, GIS, and terrain modeling software.
• Experience with street, water and sewer system projects and asphalt materials.
• Experience reviewing or preparing construction plans.

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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of MnDOT standard specifications and local utility specifications.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to highways, bridges, drainage, land acquisition, and traffic control.
• Basic understanding of state aid funding programs and project approval processes.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and public relations ability.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and manage competing priorities.
• Willingness to work occasional extended hours and to perform fieldwork in varied conditions.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Employment type: FULL_TIME
• Expected hiring range: $39.67 - $51.76 per hour. Well-qualified applicants may be considered for the role of Civil Engineer at a higher rate of pay.

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Why Join Confidential Client

• Make a visible impact on local infrastructure and community quality of life.
• Gain broad municipal engineering experience across design, inspection, reporting, and project management.
• Support for professional development (MnDOT and U of M certifications) and FE exam progression.
• Collaborative public-sector environment with opportunities for career growth.

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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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