Engineer - Civil, Structural or Geotechnical

Ready to build your future? We're Groundworks, North America's leading foundation repair and water management specialist. We're more than a company - we're a team driven by purpose. As a Top Workplace, we're looking for top talent to fuel our mission : to protect, repair, and improve our customers’ greatest asset – their home.

But what makes us a great place to work? Here, you'll find real career growth, comprehensive and affordable benefits, a culture that values hard work and innovation, and company ownership equity. Whether you’re starting your career or looking for your next big move, we offer hands-on training, advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact every day.

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Groundworks is seeking a talented Engineer to join our tribe in Detroit, MI!

This role provides engineering expertise and technical support for foundation repair and structural stabilization projects across Groundworks. The Engineer is responsible for evaluating project requirements, performing structural calculations, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and company design specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct engineering assessments and provide design recommendations for foundation repair and structural support systems.

Perform load calculations, soil-structure analysis, and design verification to ensure safety and compliance.

Review project drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to confirm accuracy and adherence to standards.

Collaborate with operations, installation, and product development teams to ensure engineering integrity and performance.

Support field teams by providing technical guidance, troubleshooting, and on-site evaluations as needed.

Prepare detailed reports, drawings, and calculations for review and approval.

Ensure compliance with applicable codes, permits, and regulatory requirements.

Participate in engineering testing, quality control, and product improvement initiatives.

Mentor junior engineers and provide input on engineering best practices and standardization.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this role.

It is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day.

Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.

Qualifications

PE license required (MI)

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required

3–5 years of professional engineering experience, preferably in foundation, geotechnical, or structural design.

Strong understanding of structural analysis principles, soil mechanics, and load-bearing systems.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, structural analysis software, and Microsoft Office applications.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Effective communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.

Willingness to travel occasionally for site inspections or field support.

Working Conditions

This role will require standing, walking, moving, carrying, bending, reaching, handling, pushing and pulling, driving and lifting.

What we provide for our employees

Competitive base compensation with lucrative bonus potential

Equity ownership in the nation’s largest and fastest growing foundation repair and water management company

The best-in-class training programs

Advanced leadership training opportunities

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Optical, Long / Short Term Disability, Life insurance, 401(k) with a company match after applicable waiting periods

Paid time off including 6 holidays after applicable waiting period

Groundworks® is the leading provider of Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Basement Waterproofing, and Concrete Lifting & Stabilization.

With locations across the USA and Canada, Groundworks is the leading foundation solutions and water management company in North America! Recognized as a Top Workplaces USA™ company and offering employee ownership for everyone, we're building something that just can't be replicated. And we're on a mission to change an industry like never before!

We're unique here at Groundworks. We are all connected through the same vision, mission, and values, and we are stronger together. We're proud to be the Groundworks Tribe!

Our highly trained teams have decades of experience delivering innovative solutions, unmatched quality, and industry-leading warranties, helping homeowners everywhere protect and repair their most valuable asset – their home.

What we Provide : Competitive Pay

Employee Company Ownership Opportunities

Industry Leading Training Programs

Leadership Development and Career Growth Tracks

Comprehensive and Affordable Benefits Package

Top Workplace with Award Winning Culture