Freelance Fresh Graduate Civil Engineering Jobs in Minnesota

You deserve a job that you feel proud of, where you can channel your knowledge and skills into projects that positively affect communities, and where you design your own path. This is Alliant. Become an employee-owner of a growing engineering and consulting firm that values collaboration, professional growth, and employee success. Our success is driven by our employee-owners, and we're excited to have you be a part of it. 

The Impact You’ll Have: 

Alliant Engineering has a great opportunity for a Graduate Civil Engineer at our Minneapolis office. As a Graduate Engineer, you will have the ability to be a part of a cohesive Land Development Engineering team. Jump start your career by working on a range of projects from residential communities for national and local developers to a diverse scale of commercial and industrial projects. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and development of residential, commercial, and industrial land development projects 
• Prepare construction plans, specifications, and supporting documentation using AutoCAD Civil 3D 
• Participate in site layout, grading, stormwater management, utility design, and erosion control calculations 
• Collaborate with project engineers, planners, and other team members to support project goals and timelines 
• Conduct research and analysis of data such as zoning ordinances, site surveys, and environmental reports 
• Assist in preparing permit applications and coordinating with local and state agencies 
• Support project documentation, coordination, and communication with clients and consultants 
• Participate in field visits to observe construction activities and ensure compliance with design specifications, if desired 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering 
• 0 - 4 years of experience land development design or construction management is preferred 
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D software 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word 
• Excellent analytical and problem solving capabilities, organization and multi-tasking skills 
• Excellent technical, written and oral communication skills 
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work 
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines 
• Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn in a collaborative team environment 
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team 

Benefits: 

At Alliant, we take care of our employees by offering a competitive benefit package including: 

• Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities 
• Market-Leading Profit Sharing, ESOP and 401k Contribution Programs 
• Medical (with HSA Contribution), Dental, and Vision Plans 
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability 
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care 
• Wellness Programs and Competitions 
• Generous Annual Leave and Compensatory Time Off Programs 
• Flexible Schedules 
• Casual Work Environment 
• Paid Professional Development and Training 
• Community Involvement/Charity Events 
• Numerous Employee Focused Events (Lunch & Learns, Office Recreation Room, Off-Site Socials, Etc.) 

Who We Are: 

Alliant Engineering, Inc., an employee-owned company, is a growing engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and surveying firm with a strong culture of customer service, quality, delivery, and innovation. At Alliant we work hard; we have fun; and we love it. 

We design solutions that address current needs while paving the way for a brighter future. We create a supportive workplace where everyone is empowered and given the opportunity to grow and succeed. We approach every project with unwavering confidence yet remain humbly committed to designing work that speaks for itself. At Alliant, our employee-owners are the force behind our success, and we can't wait for you to join us to build better communities with excellence and passion. 

The base pay for this position is expected to be in the range of $70,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. 

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.