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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design Engineer - **Company:** After School Matters, Inc. - **Location:** Dickinson, ND, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $114,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, ArcMap, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, MicroStation, Microsoft PowerPoint, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software) - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://apexengineeringgroup.applytojob.com/apply/Ifut7ZOYzi/Design-Engineer?source=GS ## About the Role * Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required. * Professional Engineers License preferred or ability to be licensed within 6-12 months required. * 5 or more years of experience working as a Civil or Environmental Engineer. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. * Must be detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. * Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedules as required to meet deadlines and/or client needs. * Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). * Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bentley Open Roads Designer and MicroStation Connect, Google-SketchUP Pro or ARCMap GIS or other CADD-based civil design software is a plus. * Experience in storm water collection system design, pump station design, sizing and selecting equipment, evaluating alternatives, performing calculations, preparing civil design drawings, specifications and preparing cost opinions is a plus. * Experience in designing municipal/urban projects with underground utilities is a plus. * A valid driver's license is required or the ability to obtain one. * Must be able to work independently and in a team environment. Physical Requirements: * Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions. * Required to work in an outdoors environment during construction season. * May require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform some of the typical tasks and duties associated with construction observation and surveying. * Required to lift objects or containers weighing 50-lbs. * Must work scheduled and required hours. * To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements described here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ## Description Primary responsibilities include working as a key project team member on water, municipal, or transportation engineering 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 Senior Engineer. Additional responsibilities may include taking on the role of resident project representative (RPR) in the field during construction projects. Essential Tasks and Duties: * Provide professional civil engineering services for clients by providing: planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation and project management. * 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. * This position may require a role in preparing proposals and participating in interviews for securing work for the firm. Responsibilities for business development will increase with experience and mentoring by senior staff. * This position will require the initiative to think independently and make rational judgment calls. * Expect to take on and understand the role of the project engineer and the owner's on-site representative on construction projects. * Provide direction and work with engineering technicians and other team members on the development of project plans and specifications. * Understand and follow company CADD procedures. * Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies. * Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail. * Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs. * Travel and out of town stays will be required. 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