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Shape the Future with DLZ!

At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.

Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.

Position: Entry Level Civil Engineers

We are seeking motivated and hard-working Engineers to join our team in Lansing, Waterford, Muskegon, & Detroit! We welcome engineers in multiple disciplines, including Civil, Transportation, Structural/Bridge, Water, Surveying, and Construction Services. Diversity candidates are encouraged to apply.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering, construction, and design assignments, requiring a solid grasp of at least one engineering discipline and the exercise of professional judgment.
• Typically given projects of minor complexity; may have leadership responsibility for less experienced staff.
• Perform work under close supervision and provide support to more experienced personnel.
• Perform field testing of soils, concrete, observation testing of water, sewer mains, and manholes.
• Provide clear and concise documentation of all project activities and quantities.
• Perform analyses and design required for minor structures, systems and equipment.
• Prepare sketches and diagrams for use by technicians. Review and check detailed drawings and layouts.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, economic and technical feasibility studies, and studies aimed at evaluating alternative systems, equipment, materials or engineering methods.
• Assist in the preparation of contract / proposals specifications and construction cost estimates.
• Review Contractor's shop drawing submittal.
• Perform construction monitoring and coordinate field activities.
• Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with the Health and Safety Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or other relevant major
• 1 or more relevant internship in Transportation, Water, Structural, Construction Services, Surveying, Civil Engineering experience preferred.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification, or the ability to obtain within one (1) year
• AutoCAD and MicroStation experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including; Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements

Investing in Your Future: 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws.

Investing in Your Future: 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws.