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Project Engineer - Conveyance Systems

OHM Advisors
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/9/2026

Come work for OHM Advisors, the Community Advancement firm. 

With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse 800 team of professionals works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering. 

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward— advancing the whole community today and well into the future. 

What You Will Contribute to OHM Advisors

OHM Advisors’ Environmental & Water Resource Group is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Engineer with a strong background in sewer conveyance design and pipeline/manhole rehabilitation to join our growing team. As a Project Engineer, you will directly contribute to the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, with a specific focus on sewer pipeline and manhole rehabilitation. This role offers the opportunity to function as a lead engineer and/or assistant project manager on complex sewer rehabilitation challenges.

Your Responsibilities

  • Serve as Project Engineer and/or Design Manager with full technical responsibility for planning, coordination, and execution of tasks for small or larger projects.
  • Preparation of contract specifications and drawings.
  • Planning, design and construction of new pipelines (pressure and gravity) and manholes or rehabilitation projects ranging in diameters and material type including condition assessment and prioritization and rehabilitation of existing pipelines.
  • Pipe design calculations to determine pipe size, pressure class, external loads including trench design, pipe joint selection, etc.
  • Technical expertise in the layout and profiles of pipeline design in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  • Utility investigations and coordination to determine and resolve potential vertical and horizontal utility conflicts.
  • Knowledge of subsurface and geotechnical engineering requirements.
  • Field surveying project requirements.
  • Sewer system evaluation surveys; inflow/infiltration studies.
  • Development and review of technical reports, proposals, contract documents, resources studies, and data analysis.
  • Office and field engineering support during construction.
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • NASSCO certification (preferred but not required).
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with a focus on conveyance systems.
  • Strong understanding of trenchless technologies.
  • Experience with the design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant design software.
  • Experience with project management principles and practices.

At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.

Benefits:

  • BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Company Profit Sharing
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
  • Paid professional association membership
  • Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
  • Volunteer Service Leave
  • 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Short & Long-Term Disability Options

Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs:

  • Voluntary Wellness Program
  • OHM Grad School
  • OHM University

You can read more about each of these programs on our website.

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. No applicant shall be discriminated against or retaliated against for a good-faith report of a violation of law or OHM policy.

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