Civil Engineer
Spectraforce
Metairie, Louisiana
a day ago
Job Description
Position: Civil Engineer
Location: Metairie, LA, Louisiana, U.S
Duration: Direct Hire
About Us
Join One of the Gulf South’s Fastest-Growing Engineering Firms!
We design more than infrastructure-we shape communities. As a full-service, privately owned firm in the Southeastern Louisiana region, we specialize in municipal and civil engineering, delivering innovative, efficient, and resilient solutions across the region.
We combine cutting-edge technology, regulatory expertise, and strategic planning to create sustainable infrastructure that makes a lasting impact. Recognized as one of the Gulf South’s fastest-growing firms, we foster a collaborative, growth-driven workplace where your skills and ideas matter.
Ready to lead groundbreaking projects, work with top experts, and make a real difference?
Join our team and be part of something bigger!
Your Role
As a Civil Engineer, you’ll take the lead in designing and implementing key infrastructure projects, including municipal, transportation, drainage, flood control, and land development initiatives. Your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will drive innovative and efficient solutions, ensuring project success and community impact.
Join our team and be part of something bigger!
What You’ll Do
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 80000.00/Yearly.
Location: Metairie, LA, Louisiana, U.S
Duration: Direct Hire
About Us
Join One of the Gulf South’s Fastest-Growing Engineering Firms!
We design more than infrastructure-we shape communities. As a full-service, privately owned firm in the Southeastern Louisiana region, we specialize in municipal and civil engineering, delivering innovative, efficient, and resilient solutions across the region.
We combine cutting-edge technology, regulatory expertise, and strategic planning to create sustainable infrastructure that makes a lasting impact. Recognized as one of the Gulf South’s fastest-growing firms, we foster a collaborative, growth-driven workplace where your skills and ideas matter.
Ready to lead groundbreaking projects, work with top experts, and make a real difference?
Join our team and be part of something bigger!
Your Role
As a Civil Engineer, you’ll take the lead in designing and implementing key infrastructure projects, including municipal, transportation, drainage, flood control, and land development initiatives. Your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will drive innovative and efficient solutions, ensuring project success and community impact.
Join our team and be part of something bigger!
What You’ll Do
- Lead the design of municipal infrastructure including roads, drainage systems, water/sewer utilities, and site development using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Perform structural analysis and design for civil projects, including bridges, retaining walls, and foundations, ensuring compliance with AASHTO, ACI, and ASCE standards while integrating seismic and load-bearing considerations.
- Manage permitting and ensure compliance with LaDOTD, USACE, FEMA, and local agency requirements.
- Conduct advanced calculations, modeling (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, WaterCAD, etc.), and drafting, while providing guidance to team members.
- Oversee field visits, construction observation, and coordination with contractors and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including surveyors, geotechnical engineers, and structural engineers to optimize project delivery.
- Prepare comprehensive reports, construction plans, quantity take-offs, and other key project deliverables.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development through knowledge sharing and progressive leadership.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Louisiana (or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months).
- Experience: 5-10+ years in civil design, land development, transportation, sewer, water, or drainage systems.
Technical Skills (Preferred but not Required): Proficiency in HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, ARC-GIS, WaterCAD, or similar systems. - Core Skills: Strong problem-solving, coordination, and communication abilities.
- Exceptional Health Benefits for You: We fully cover 100% of your Health, Vision, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance, giving you peace of mind. Your family can also be added at a highly affordable rate, offering extra flexibility and value.
- Investing in Your Growth: We’re committed to your professional success, offering career advancement opportunities through tailored training and development programs.
- Planning for Your Future: Enjoy a 401(k) with a generous 3.5% company match—helping you build financial security. Eligibility starts after just one year.
- Rewarding Your Contributions: Receive a yearly bonus based on performance, recognizing the impact you make in driving the company’s success.
- Paid Time Off & Holidays: Enjoy 10 paid company holidays, along with vacation and sick leave to support a healthy work-life balance.
- Flexible Work Schedule: Benefit from a 4-day workweek (Monday-Thursday) with 9-hour days, plus a half-day Friday to help balance work and life.
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 80000.00/Yearly.