Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer

Join Salas O’Brien and be part of a team that provides valued solutions that build success for our clients and employees. Your Civil Engineer role will include building and managing relationships with in‑house teams and contractors while providing design and consulting services that are needed by facility managers and owners.

• Decarbonization/Electrification projects
• Higher Education Facilities
• K-12 Educational Facilities
• Healthcare Facilities
• Sports Facilities
• Manufacturing Facilities
• Industrial Facilities
• Municipal Facilities

• Listen to our clients’ needs and independently provide value by evaluating options based on cost, first cost and life cycle cost.
• Communicate design recommendations to clients, project team, construction contractors and vendors in presentations, meetings, via email and phone.
• Work alone or with a project team to design and detail new systems, assuring accuracy, coordination and quality assurance measures.
• Provide timely services that meet client needs and overall project schedule requirements.
• Participate in on‑site observations, information gathering and interaction with clients and contractors during design and construction phases to represent Salas O’Brien in the field.
• Maintain appropriate contact with existing clients so they think of our firm when services are needed.
• Work as part of a multi‑disciplinary design team for new and existing clients by meeting with them to discuss projects, conduct presentations and evaluate design alternatives.
• Work with other engineers and designers to develop project deliverables.
• Perform civil design calculations following office standards.
• Stay abreast of new design and analysis technologies and building materials through continuing education activities.

• Overall site planning
• Site grading and volume calculations
• Stormwater management design
• Stormwater pollution control systems
• Site thermal piping distribution
• Pressure and gravity distribution systems using AutoCAD Civil 3D design tools
• Site electrical and telecommunications raceway design
• Develop specification documents
• Roadway and parking design

• BS in Civil Engineering and must have passed or plan to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
• 3‑7 years of experience preferred; entry level and more experienced degreed engineers will be considered based on work experience and attitude.
• Working knowledge of civil analysis and design software, specifically Civil 3D preferred.
• Professional Engineering license preferred but not required.
• Hybrid position (3 days in office / 2 days remote) but other arrangements considered depending on qualifications and circumstances.

Bloomfield, CT / Newton, MA / Bloomington, MN (Hybrid)

Up to 10%

The expected base salary range for this role is $85,000 - $105,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee‑owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high‑rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Salas O’Brien is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit‑based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.