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Civil Engineer

SmithGroup
Ann Arbor, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/21/2026
SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Ann Arbor office of SmithGroup is looking for a Civil Engineer to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

  • Prepare civil engineering designs, including project plan and specification production, utility system layout and analysis, site grading, erosion control plans and other site related features.
  • Lead projects and serve as the project civil engineer ensuring that the technical aspects of the project meet the quality expectations while complementing the design intent.
  • Collaborate with other civil engineers, site design professionals and permitting specialists as well as architects, building engineers, and planners.
  • Produce civil engineering designs, including preparing project plans and specifications for site development or redevelopment of educational, medical, research, commercial and public facilities.
  • Provide guidance and mentor junior civil engineering staff.
  • Perform site reviews, construction site visits, and coordinate all aspects of Construction Administration.
  • Communicate with clients, sub-consultants, contractors, and all government levels of regulatory agencies regarding engineering, permitting and site development issues.

An ideal candidate has:

  • A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
  • Minimum 10 years of design experience working as a Civil Engineer.
  • Professional Registration required. LEED AP preferred.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D programs; stormwater modeling experience a plus.
  • Ability to multi-task under rigid deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and excels in the ability to work with clients and colleagues at all levels.

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $104,000 to $145,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to

Salary : $104,000 - $145,000

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