Civil Engineer - Site Development

Are you eager to grow your career as a Civil Engineer and be a part of a team that is growing in Northern Indiana? This incredible opportunity offers you the chance to build a resilient engineering team in South Bend from the ground up, while being supported by the broad resources of Wightman. This position provides the opportunity to take the lead role on projects, with coaching and support from a dynamic team of engineers, and mentor new team members.

Join our team of problem solvers. What problems are we solving?

• How to replace an old sewer with a new 30” pipe to support a large city’s growth for the next generations.
• All the utilities, drainage, site layout, and material inspections for a new 23‑story hotel.
• Take a scenic wooded lot and guide its development into a high‑end campground.
• Figure out how to keep an electrical substation built in a floodplain, from flooding.
• Guide the development of a large apartment complex, from concept to an open house.

This is just a small sampling of the “problems” you would have solved if you worked at Wightman. Apply only if you like working with fun people.

Essential Functions

• Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects
• Manage projects including client communications, public input and feedback, and internal support
• Perform AutoCAD Civil 3D design/drafting in support of civil engineering design projects
• Performs, trains, and provides guidance for site investigations, survey work, CAD work, and data collection
• Prepares and reviews engineering designs and reports which includes design calculations and plan preparation
• Performs, provides training for, and guides quality assurance, ensuring projects get carried out as designed and recommend modifications as needed
• Ability to identify engineering and surveying services needed by the client and the ability to draft proposals and estimate fees
• Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals

Required Skills & Behaviors

• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in all work tasks
• Ability to plan, schedule work and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines
• Capable of working with a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, surveyors, architects, and technicians
• Aptitude and demonstrated hands‑on experience with computer applications such as AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Mentoring capability

Organizational Relationships

• Reports to the Manager of Site Services
• May have responsibility for multiple direct reports

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• PE licensure
• 5+ years of experience managing site development and land transformation
• 5+ years of experience in A/E/C industry

Travel: Local travel as required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with eligibility upon hire date
• Multiple Medical plans including those with HSA employer contributions.
• 100% Employer paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and personal/professional development.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules.
• 401(k), Incentive Bonuses, and Ownership Opportunities (we’re 100% employee‑owned!).
• Employee and Family activities including ski and fishing trips, sporting events, and so much more!

About Wightman

Wightman is a full‑service consulting firm that exists to service people and the communities we live in. Our dynamic team of over 200 professionals works to analyze, advise, design, and deliver successful projects in partnership with government, business, and institutions in our communities. Our unique approach is to offer comprehensive, multi‑disciplinary services, industry expertise, accurate scope of work, and a passion for listening. Services offered include Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Surveying. Our firm is based out of Southwest Michigan, Metro Detroit and Northern Indiana.

We are fun, creative, and passionate about our work and family life. To learn more, visit our Life at Wightman page: