Municipal Engineering Project Engineer

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Municipal Engineering Project Engineer

Our Georgia Municipal team is hiring and focused on delivering impactful local government infrastructure projects, including roadway and sidewalk design, parks, culverts and drainage, sanitary sewer systems, and stormwater/water resources work for cities and counties across the region. The team works in a highly collaborative environment and offers strong exposure across a wide range of municipal projects, giving engineers hands-on responsibility and meaningful project experience. This is a great opportunity for those looking to grow their technical expertise, take ownership early, and build a long-term career path as the team continues to expand its presence across key Georgia markets and develop future leaders in municipal engineering.

The ideal candidate for this role is a civil or municipal engineer with a strong interest in public infrastructure and local government work, ideally with 4+ years of experience in roadway, drainage, or water resources design. Candidates should either hold their PE license or be actively working toward obtaining it as we proudly support engineers throughout the licensure process and their overall professional development.

Location

This position will be based in either our Atlanta or Augusta office, with field work as needed to support project delivery. We support hybrid schedules and offer a collaborative, team-oriented environment where employees work closely together, stay engaged with projects, and enjoy strong in-office connections and support.

The Impact You Will Have

• Contribute to the planning and delivery of municipal infrastructure that directly impacts local communities
• Support engineering decisions through hydraulic and budget analyses that provide meaningful, data-driven input for clients