Civil Engineer - Commercial Site Design

About the role

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is seeking a Civil Engineer to support commercial site development projects in Columbus, OH. This position offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of public and private projects, including industrial, residential, energy, and water/wastewater developments across the Midwest.

Key responsibilities

• Support licensed engineers in designing and preparing commercial and site development projects.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical designs, and construction document packages.
• Develop feasibility studies, due‑diligence reports, zoning studies, and early‑stage planning documents.
• Perform stormwater modeling, hydraulic/hydrologic analysis, and drainage design.
• Prepare cost estimates and detailed design plans for commercial and mixed‑use developments.
• Coordinate with internal MSG teams (Surveying, Geotechnical, Environmental, Structural, Traffic, Transportation, Construction Services).
• Apply agency standards and design criteria to support permitting and project approvals.
• Engage with reviewing agencies to address comments and guide projects through approvals.
• Support projects from conceptual design through construction documentation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• EI certification required with ability to obtain PE or PLA within 6–12 months.
• Practical experience in site development design and plan preparation.
• Familiarity with municipal, county, and state design standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required skills

• AutoCAD Civil 3D (grading, pipe networks, plan set development).
• Stormwater modeling.
• Hydraulic/hydrologic analysis.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary (range disclosed in posting).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance with HSA option.
• Flexible schedule and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.