Principal Engineer – Site Design

Olsson

Lead Engineer overseeing high-level project design and managing engineering team tasks for Olsson's multidisciplinary projects. Providing innovative solutions for complex site development and design needs.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeOklahoma, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leads large-scale project design by serving as a technical lead for complex assignments and managing the design from initial design to project completion.
Executes high-level analysis and review of project documents ensuring compliance with applicable standards, codes, and regulations.
Oversees and regularly monitors engineering processes and resources to maximize productivity and efficiency.
Develops and implements standards and guidelines for diverse engineering activities to ensure high-quality results.
Elevates the level of technical expertise within the team through technical design training and mentoring.
Supports project management objectives by providing leadership and direction regarding organizing technical resources for key projects and utilizing resources effectively.
Collaborates with project managers to ensure technical aspects of projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet established objectives.
Demonstrates an elevated degree of creativity, decision-making, and responsibility for design tasks within a specific discipline.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
8 or more years of related Civil Engineering experience.
Must be a registered professional and have at least four years of experience supervising technical personnel.
Proficiency in site layout, grading, utility design, erosion control, regulatory approvals, etc.
Working knowledge of Civil 3D.
Proven track record in meeting and exceeding client expectations through technical design work.
Excellent client service orientation.
Solid interpersonal and decision-making skills and the ability to generate innovative and effective solutions to complex problems.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Receive a competitive 401(k) match
Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Civil Engineeringsite layoutgradingutility designerosion controlregulatory approvalstechnical designproject designengineering processesstandards and guidelines

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcreativitydecision-makingclient service orientationinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineeringregistered professional engineer