Entry-Level Civil Engineer

Mead & HuntRapid City, South Dakota, United States
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8/25/2026

Employment

Full time

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On-site

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Core responsibilities

The role involves developing engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates for airport design projects. It also requires performing drafting tasks in AutoCAD and Civil3D while assisting with construction administration and field inspections.

Requirements overview

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field and have a valid driver's license. The ability to pass a background check for airport access and a willingness to travel frequently are also required.

Key skills

Civil engineeringAutocadCivil3dEngineering reportsConstruction cost estimatesConstruction administrationSite inspectionSurvey data interpretationGeotechnical reportsSite gradingUtilitiesDrainageErosion controlPavingMaterials testingMicrosoft excel

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About Mead & Hunt

Industry

Professional Services

Employees

1,453

Type

Privately Held

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Mead & Hunt provides clients with expert planning, architecture design, engineering, environmental and construction administration services across a wide variety of market sectors, including transportation (aviation, highways, roads and bridges), food and beverage processing, renewable energy, municipal infrastructure, military, telecommunications, cultural resources, and hydropower and water resources. In each of these disciplines, we’ve developed unique methodologies and processes to deliver cost-saving solutions that meet our clients’ needs. At Mead & Hunt, we approach each project as an opportunity for innovation – and we believe that innovation in any field begins with the same step: listening. That’s why we build strong relationships with our clients, insist on cross-disciplinary collaboration and support continuing education. The result? Over a century of engineering and architectural solutions that have resulted in everything from cost-saving efficiencies to proprietary processes. We take great pride in not only what we do, but how we do it. Serving markets nationwide for more than 125 years, we’ve demonstrated our technical, design and planning expertise. But what makes us different is that we don’t measure our success in years or projects or revenue. Instead, it’s measured in your satisfaction. The employee-owned consulting firm remains strong on ENR's Top 500 Design Firm list with a national ranking of #82 in 2026. The firm employs over 1,400 civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, planners, historic preservationists, environmental scientists, architects, technicians and support specialists from 50+ offices located across the nation. Contact us at mailbox@meadhunt.com or call 888-364-7272.

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Job categories

EngineeringConstructionTransportationConsulting

Description

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design and construction services are available to clients across a wide variety of sectors. From architecture, aviation, food/beverage processing, federal, transportation, water infrastructure and more, our unique methodologies deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that elevate clients and communities. Here at Mead & Hunt, our culture is about taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We are a flexible company that believes in giving back to our communities. We are employee-owned and support initiatives through our various employee programs. We invest in our employees and build relationships that last. As a result of our continued growth, Mead & Hunt has an exciting opportunity available for an Entry-Level Civil Engineer to join our Aviation Midwest group at our Rapid City, SD office. Responsibilities include: Developing plans and specifications Analyzing and preparing engineering reports, and construction cost estimates for various airport design projects Performing drafting tasks in AutoCAD and Civil3D to generate plan sheets Assisting with construction administration and inspection tasks including working in the field at project sites (weekends and nights, as needed) Reading and interpreting FAA Advisory Circulars, geotechnical reports, and survey data to utilize in project designs Other tasks as assigned. A valid driver’s license, the ability to pass background check to gain access to airport sites, and frequent travel (approximately 50%) will be required. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in civil engineering, construction management, or related field from an accredited college or be able to obtain the degree within six months of hire date. The ideal candidate will have experience with any/all of the following: AutoCAD and/or Civil3D software programs Civil/transportation design coursework Construction field tasks including site grading, utilities, drainage, erosion control, paving, materials testing, and/or surveying Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project software programs If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are someone who takes initiative, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at www.meadhunt.com/careers. Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program. Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. #LI-LB1

Requirements

  • Civil engineering
  • Autocad
  • Civil3d
  • Engineering reports
  • Construction cost estimates
  • Construction administration
  • Site inspection
  • Survey data interpretation
  • Geotechnical reports
  • Site grading
  • Utilities
  • Drainage
  • Erosion control
  • Paving
  • Materials testing
  • Microsoft excel

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid sick leave
  • Parental leave
  • 401k plan
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program

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