Civil Engineer
Metairie, LA
Date Posted:03-Jun-2026
Work Type:On-Site
Job Number:486816
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
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.