Job Description

Description

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.


The Mannik & Smith Group (MSG) is seeking a Civil Engineer to support our Civil Engineering team in Canton, Michigan. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of site development and civil design projects, with responsibilities tailored to your level of experience.


Whether you’re early in your career or bring several years of experience, this position provides exposure to grading, drainage, stormwater, and permitting work while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities


  • Prepare engineering plans and technical drawings using AutoCAD (Civil 3D preferred), including site layout, grading, and drainage systems

  • Design and model stormwater retention and detention systems to manage runoff and meet regulatory requirements

  • Develop grading plans that optimize land use while ensuring soil stability and proper drainage

  • Compile engineering documentation and permit submittals including stormwater management, erosion control, geotechnical coordination, and site development approvals

  • Ensure designs meet local, state, and federal regulations and environmental standards

  • Prepare and maintain design reports, calculations, budgets, and project documentation

  • Communicate with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies as part of the permitting and review process

  • Collaborate with internal teams including Survey, Geotechnical, Environmental, and Construction Services


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise


  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering


  • At least 1 year of relevant experience (open to all experience levels)

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD; Civil 3D experience preferred

  • Basic understanding of site development, grading, drainage, and stormwater design

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, multidisciplinary environment

  • Motivation to grow technically and professionally


Benefits


  • 401(k) w/ company match

  • Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life

  • Flexible schedule

  • Paid time off

  • Referral program

  • Tuition reimbursement


  • Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!


It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.


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