Design Engineer - Municipal

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Municipal team in our Des Moines office. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond. In this entry level civil engineering role, we are looking to add an EIT who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! The majority of your time will be spent assisting project managers and project engineers in design and construction phase activities on Municipal projects. This position is open to December 2025 or May 2026 graduates, or an experienced EIT. What You Will Be Doing Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on municipal projects Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, research and prepare rough drafts of preliminary reports and feasibility studies Assist with project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates Construction observation activities may include performing construction staking, performing construction administration duties such as documenting activities, measuring and testing, providing general oversight, and interacting with contractors, sub‑contractors, residents and City staff. What We Are Looking For Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college Certified Engineer‑in‑Training or able to obtain within 12 months of hire Prior experience in either infrastructure design and/or construction observation Working knowledge and skills in CAD and design software (i.e. AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation) Requires frequent travel during construction season Possess a valid driver’s license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required Bolton & Menk will not provide visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship. Benefits At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well‑being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. Learn more here: It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Afffirmative Action Employer including disability and vets. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bolton & Menk, Inc