Design Engineer

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Office

Location:

Any Apex Office (Fargo, Bismarck, or Dickinson, ND or Detroit Lakes, St. Cloud, or Minnetonka, MN). The location of these positions is flexible and can be performed from any of our Apex offices or as a hybrid arrangement.

Apex Engineering Group has openings for a Design Engineer working in the Transportation Group. Primary responsibilities include working as a key project team member on highway and urban roadway projects from the planning phase through design and construction. A Design Engineer shall be capable of independently and collaboratively contributing to the design and development of project plans, specifications while working with project team members.

Design Engineers typically report to a Project Manager or a Senior Engineer but may be assigned to certain projects as the Project Manager depending on experience. Additional responsibilities may include taking on the role of the project engineer/representative in the field during construction of projects.

• Provide professional civil engineering services for clients by providing: planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation and project management.
• Delegate and supervise project tasks to CADD Technicians, Graduate Engineers and Field Technicians on the project team.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with supervisors and project managers on a consistent basis by providing updates and progress during all phases of projects.
• Attend company meetings, project meetings and client meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in proposals and interviews for securing work for the firm; responsibilities for business development will increase with experience.
• Lead to a more prominent role as a Project Manager and Client Manager, responsible for project budgets and financial performance.
• Engage in public involvement meetings, informational meetings, construction notifications, etc., requiring effective public communication skills.
• Make independent, rational judgment calls and exhibit initiative.
• Take on the role of the project engineer and owner’s on-site representative on construction projects.
• Use Computer Aided Design and Drafting software to prepare plan documents.
• Follow company CADD procedures and client CADD procedures when required.
• Adhere to company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
• Perform responsibilities with conscientious, legal, and ethical conduct and strong attention to detail.
• Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs.
• Travel and out‑of‑town stays required; overtime may be necessary, especially during construction season.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• MN or ND Professional Engineer License preferred or ability to be licensed in MN or ND within 6‑12 months required.
• 5 or more years of highway/roadway design experience preferred.
• Knowledge of MNDOT or NDDOT design and project development process preferred.
• Proficiency in Bentley Open Roads Designer and Micro Station Connect; corridor modeling and design software highly preferred.
• Ability to work in other civil design software platforms (e.g., AutoCAD / Civil 3D) a plus.
• Experience designing municipal/urban projects with underground utilities a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• A valid driver's license is required or the ability to obtain one.

• Operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
• Work in an outdoor environment during construction season.
• Spend prolonged periods standing and walking for construction observation and surveying.
• Lift objects or containers weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Work scheduled and required hours.
• Perform essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.

• Performance‑based bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match and profit‑sharing contribution
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Paid time off
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Employee wellness program

Hourly Base Pay Range: $40 - $55 (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.)

EOE/AA

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