Staff Civil Engineer

Strategic HR Client Job Openings•Indianapolis, IN

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you motivated by leading study‑phase and/or design‑phase deliverables across civil, environmental, construction, and industrial projects? Do you enjoy collaborating closely with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to keep projects moving forward? Do you thrive on delivering accurate, high‑quality designs? If yes, then we want to speak with you! Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. This position is not open to visa sponsorship. The Staff Civil Engineer provides technical leadership for civil engineering projects through planning, evaluation, design, and implementation. This role leads study‑phase and/or design‑phase efforts for projects within the civil, environmental, construction, and industrial sectors, with a strong focus on site development and infrastructure solutions. The position collaborates regularly with internal teams and clients, with occasional interaction with public agencies and government entities. The Staff Civil Engineer manages assigned co‑ops and interns, represents the company professionally, and demonstrates intermediate proficiency in at least two engineering software applications. About The Kleingers Group The Kleingers Group provides design solutions for a wide range of public, private, institutional, and corporate clients. We focus on providing Site Civil Engineering, athletic field design, Transportation Engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, and community planning services. With offices located in Indiana, Cincinnati, Columbus, Akron, Louisville, and Tampa, we are able to provide our clients with the personal attention and service that has become our trademark.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
3-5 years of civil engineering experience preferred (minimum of 2 consecutive years required)
Fundamental understanding of civil engineering principles, practices, and construction methods
Proficiency with CAD and related design, data, and analysis software
Strong problem‑solving skills with both analytical and creative thinking
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly detail‑oriented with a strong focus on accuracy
S. work authorization required

Nice To Haves

PE licensure preferred but not required; actively working toward Indiana licensure is a plus.
Ability to execute basic design projects from start to finish as the primary designer
Working knowledge of state and local regulations

Responsibilities

Provide engineering guidance to project stakeholders and management regarding design and construction requirements
Develop and communicate designs using engineering software and drafting tools, including site and detention design
Establish design criteria and specifications through engineering analysis (e.g., water flow rates, traffic demand, earthwork balances)
Plan projects using drawings, surveys, maps, aerial photography, and geologic and topographical data
Prepare technical reports, including detention reports and engineering due diligence reports
Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for materials, equipment, and labor
Collaborate with architects, contractors, engineers, and surveyors to ensure accurate layouts, grades, elevations, and project execution
Monitor project progress to ensure compliance with design standards and specifications
Share and teach Company methodologies and best practices to team members
Demonstrate intermediate proficiency in civil engineering principles, practices, and design tools
Participate in professional meetings, associations, and networking activities
Perform other related duties as assigned