Civil Engineer IV

Civil Engineer IV

Location: Duluth, MN, US, 55802 Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Civil Engineer IV to join our growing team! In this role, you will lead the design and permitting of complex civil projects supporting both energy infrastructure and traditional land development. You'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse mix of projects—from oil and gas facilities and pipeline infrastructure to municipal, commercial, and industrial developments. This is a technical role for an engineer who enjoys ownership of projects, mentoring emerging engineers, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver practical, high-quality engineering solutions. Our team values strong technical expertise, creative problem solving, and engineers who want to continue growing their impact.

What You'll Do As a key member of the civil engineering team, you will lead design and technical execution across multiple project types while helping shape the development of junior engineers. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead civil design for complex site development projects including grading, drainage, utilities, and infrastructure layout for energy facilities, pipeline sites, and commercial or industrial developments.
• Develop erosion and sediment control plans (ESCPs) and construction-phase stormwater strategies that protect the environment while enabling efficient project delivery.
• Design post-construction stormwater management systems including detention/retention basins, bioswales, infiltration systems, and other low-impact development solutions in compliance with NPDES and local regulations.
• Design roadways and access infrastructure, including grading, pavement design, and safety considerations to support both industrial and municipal uses.
• Lead and coordinate federal, state, and local permitting efforts, including environmental permitting, zoning approvals, and utility coordination.
• Develop water supply and onsite wastewater solutions for remote or rural sites, including hydraulic analysis and system layout.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams including engineers and project managers to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff, supporting their development in design, permitting, and project execution.
• Perform site evaluations, feasibility studies, and cost estimates to support project planning and client decision-making.
• Ensure designs meet applicable engineering standards, safety requirements, and sustainability considerations.
• Utilize industry-standard tools including AutoCAD Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, and SWMM to support analysis, modeling, and design development.
• Engage with clients and regulatory agencies through technical discussions, presentations, and project coordination.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Work on technically challenging projects across multiple industries, including energy infrastructure and traditional land development.
• Opportunity to lead projects and mentor engineers while continuing to grow your own technical expertise.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team solving real-world infrastructure challenges.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• Minimum of 5 years of civil engineering experience in site development, land development, or infrastructure design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Demonstrated experience delivering civil engineering projects from concept through design and permitting
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar civil design software
• Understanding of 2D and 3D drafting and design workflows
• Strong communication skills and the ability to clearly present technical concepts to clients and stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining high quality work

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting! At LSC, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing. If you're driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you. Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary/hourly range for this position is $95,000- $132,800 per year. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices: Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.