Civil Project Engineer – Municipal Design

Trilon Group

Civil Project Engineer supporting municipal infrastructure design and preparation at MSG in Columbus, Ohio. Collaborating with engineers on community-focused infrastructure projects throughout the Midwest.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in municipal infrastructure project design, including water/wastewater and roadway improvements, while effectively communicating with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Highest-signal resume keywords

EIT (EI) Certification in Ohio2+ Years of Municipal or Site Development ExperienceProficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStationHydraulic/Hydrologic Report PreparationTechnical Writing and Documentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Design and Plan PreparationEngineering CalculationsConstruction Document PreparationStormwater ModelingHydraulic/Hydrologic AnalysesCost EstimationFeasibility StudiesZoning StudiesFront-End Planning DocumentsRoadway Design

Soft Skills

Communication with ClientsCollaboration with Internal Teams

Certifications & Qualifications

EIT (EI) Certification in OhioPE Preferred

Industry Keywords

Municipal Infrastructure ProjectsWater/WastewaterCommunity Facility ImprovementsDesign StandardsGuidelines and SpecificationsDevelopment PlansLocal MunicipalitiesReviewing Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist licensed engineers with the **design and preparation of municipal infrastructure projects**, including water/wastewater, roadway, and community facility improvements
Prepare and review **engineering calculations, technical designs, and construction documents**
Develop **feasibility studies, due diligence reports, zoning studies, and front-end planning documents**
Perform **stormwater modeling and hydraulic/hydrologic analyses**; prepare technical reports
Prepare **cost estimates and detailed design plans** for municipal and development projects
Coordinate with internal MSG teams including **Survey, Geotechnical, Structural, Traffic, Transportation, and Construction Services**
Engage with **local municipalities and reviewing agencies** to address comments and guide projects through approval
Assist public agencies with **review of development plans**
Support project development from **concept through final design and construction documentation**
Communicate with clients and stakeholders to ensure project goals are met

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in **Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field**
**EIT (EI) certification in Ohio required**; PE preferred
**2+ years of relevant municipal or site development experience**
Practical experience in **design and plan preparation for site development and municipal projects**
Working knowledge of **industry design standards, guidelines, and specifications**
Proficiency in **AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation** (grading experience required)
Experience preparing **Hydraulic/Hydrologic reports** strongly preferred
Roadway design and survey experience is a plus
Strong **technical writing and documentation skills**
Comfortable communicating with **clients, reviewing agencies, and internal project teams**

Benefits

Comp & perks

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!