Municipal Engineer

About the Role

Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture and engineering firm supporting clients nationwide. As a 100% employee‑owned firm with 14 offices across five states, we thrive on collaboration, innovation, and delivering exceptional results. We are seeking a talented and dedicated Civil Engineer to join our dynamic Public Works team in St. Louis Park, MN. If you’re passionate about designing, building, and maintaining critical infrastructure, this opportunity is for you.

Location:

St. Louis Park, MN
Compensation: $85,000 - $150,000 / year

• Lead technical municipal engineering project activities focused on water systems, wastewater systems, utilities, and roadway design.
• Serve as the primary client contact.
• Lead, coordinate, and build teamwork among multidisciplinary members.
• Deliver projects within budget, schedule, and contractual commitments.
• Work closely with relevant permitting agencies.
• Develop technical reports, feasibility studies, and engineering designs.
• Lead proposals and develop scope, schedule, and budget, with support from the marketing team.
• Establish objectives and provide performance feedback for project team members.
• Plan, coordinate, and prepare designs, estimates, and specifications for municipal engineering projects.
• Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and identify design needs and constraints.
• Collaborate with surveyors, right‑of‑way specialists, outside consultants, and construction observation staff as needed.
• Opportunity for business development and fostering client growth.
• Active in relevant professional organizations such as APWA, AWWA, etc.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Preferred 2 years of experience with direct client contact and project management.
• Preferred 5 years of experience leading technical teams and conducting hands‑on engineering for municipal projects.
• Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, Micro Station, Civil 3D, etc.).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, report writing, organization, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present technical information clearly to colleagues, contractors, and the public.
• Qualities of humility, a strong work ethic, a passion for continuous improvement, and strong interpersonal skills.

• Medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off, pro‑rated from start date.
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Bi‑annual profit sharing.
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP).
• Traditional + Roth 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Bereavement leave.
• Supplemental voluntary benefits.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Parking reimbursement (varies by location).
• Cell phone plan reimbursement.
• Mileage reimbursement for ISG‑approved travel.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Architecture and Planning