Senior Project Engineer Public Works

Overview Senior Project Engineer Public WorksLocations: Any WI, IA, IL, or MN office locationType: Full‑Time | Salaried | Hybrid Eligible | Flex Time EligibleMSA is hiring a Senior Professional Engineer (PE) on our Public Works team for any Midwest office location. This role is for those who love working primarily with the public sector, with a wide variety of project types.Public Works engineers may work on projects such as utilities, sanitary sewer, road reconstructions, water/wastewater, parks and trails, and more! As a Project Engineer, this role is anticipated to include technical work and interfacing directly with local clients. MSA specializes in the sustainable development of communities and is proud to be 100% employee owned. With roots reaching back to 1919, MSA has grown from a rural land survey company into a multidisciplinary network of nearly 550 engineers, architects, planners, funding experts, surveyors, GIS experts, environmental scientists, and more who are committed to making communities better places to live, work, and play. Come join the ownership team here! Employee Testimonial:"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners." -Project Engineer Transportation, Cedar Rapids Office Responsibilities Role ResponsibilitiesClient relations Design of municipal infrastructure projectsAssist with mentoring junior engineering staffPreparation of plans, details, specifications, and bidding documentsPreparation of technical reports and regulatory permits for projectsDevelopment of project funding packages with assistance from funding staff Qualifications What you bringSkills & Knowledge / Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) requiredProfessional Engineer (PE) required8+ years of previous experience required This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this positionWhy MSA100% employee‑owned firm with 100+ years of community impactCollaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firmFlexible work‑life integrationOngoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positionsCommitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belongingIncluded on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight yearsPay & Benefits*Compensation Range: $88,000–$143,000 (commensurate with experience)Flex Time (Remove for Hourly): Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the futureESOP: Receive MSA stock shares annually, at no cost to the employeeMedical, dental & vision insurance for you, spouse, domestic partner, and eligible dependents17+ days PTO (potentially higher pending experience) + 8 paid holidaysPaid parental leave regardless of birth parent401(k) plan with company matchingShort‑term incentive program for annual bonus opportunities Company‑paid life & disability insurance*Full eligibility requirements for listed benefits will be discussed during the hiring processMSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerJob SummaryCategory: Public WorksJob Code: DJOBID: 2026-3092