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Entry-Level Civil Engineer - Land Development & Municipal (2+ yrs, EIT Preferred) in Ada

Date Posted: 31 October 2026

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Job Description

Ada, MI (West Michigan) | Office + some field | Permanent - Full-time | $68K-$85K, DOE

 

Our client, an established, employee-owned civil engineering, surveying and planning firm, is growing its West Michigan office and is looking for an early-career Civil Engineer to join its team. This is a great opportunity to build a well-rounded foundation in site and infrastructure design under the mentorship of experienced engineers.

 

What you'll do:

- Support the design of land development, site and municipal projects, including grading, stormwater, water main, sanitary sewer and roadway elements

- Prepare plans, details and calculations using Civil 3D/AutoCAD under the guidance of Project Engineers and PEs

- Assist with permit applications, plan review responses and coordination with municipalities and agencies

- Help prepare quantity estimates, specifications and project documentation

- Visit project sites as needed to gather information and observe construction

- Collaborate with surveying, planning and landscape architecture teams on multidisciplinary projects

 

What we're looking for:

- Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

- 2+ years of civil engineering experience, ideally in land development or municipal work

- EIT/FE preferred, with a goal of pursuing PE licensure

- Familiarity with AutoCAD/Civil 3D; strong Excel and communication skills

- Eagerness to learn, attention to detail and a team-first attitude; valid driver's license

- Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

 

Why join:

- Mentorship and a clear path toward PE licensure and project leadership

- Employee-owned firm with room to grow

- 401(k)/retirement plan, health, dental, vision, HSA, life insurance, PTO, bonus pay, tuition reimbursement

 

GPAC is the recruiting partner for this confidential search. All inquiries are handled discreetly. Apply today to learn more.

 

Interested? Contact Jennifer Lefforge, GPAC
Email: jennifer.lefforge@gogpac.com
Phone: 605.679.4541

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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