What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer position at Ruekert & Mielke, Inc?
Job Title: Design Engineer
Team/Location: Outland Design, Madison
Kickstart Your Professional Engineering Career with Outland Design, a division of Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. (R/M)!
Summary:
Are you ready to be a part of an innovative, award-winning company that’s shaping the future of agriculture, communities and businesses, across Wisconsin and the Midwest? Outland Design (OD) is looking for a passionate and motivated Design Engineer to join our dynamic team.
At OD / R&M, you’ll collaborate with top-tier civil and agricultural engineers, be part of cutting-edge projects, and see your designs come to life in local communities. With a personalized role that matches your skills and interests, this is the perfect launchpad for your career!
What You’ll Need to Get Started:
· 4-10 years of engineering & design experience. (professional licensure is preferred)
· Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or ability to quickly gain proficiency!
· Civil3D experience is a big plus—if you’re eager to learn, we’ll train you!
· Refine skills in Stormwater Modeling
· Exceptional technical writing skills
What You'll Be Doing:
· Collaborate with internal team & clients to facilitate the design process
· Create detailed plan sets utilizing Civil3D
· Compile field data, desktop data & client input to develop construction & permit ready documents
· Meet with clients and contractors to facilitate the construction of our design plans
· Collect record documentation of our constructed projects for permit certification
Additional opportunities to explore:
· Dive into utility design (sanitary, storm, and water)
· Master 3D grading, site design, long distance pipe alignments & waste processing systems
· Collaborate with our Reality Capture team to process 3D laser scans and drone surveys
· Venture out in the field for construction inspection—watch your projects come to life!
· Collect field data using our GPS or robotic total station equipment
Why Outland Design / R&M is THE Place to Be: We’re more than just an engineering firm—we’re 100% employee-owned. This means you own stock toward the success and value of this firm, stock that is shared back to you! We’ve been named a “Top Workplace” by the Journal Sentinel for a reason, and it’s not just because of our projects—it’s our culture.
Here’s What We Offer:
· Employee stock ownership plan—become a part-owner of R/M!
· Performance and overtime bonuses
· Flexible work hours, including remote options
· Generous PTO and holiday programs
· Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
· 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
· Tuition reimbursement to keep your skills sharp and your knowledge growing
· Vast room for growth, with a top-notch mentoring programs
Who We Are: Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. blends experience, vision, and cutting-edge technology to create lasting infrastructure solutions. With offices throughout Wisconsin and Iowa, we’re constantly growing—and you can be part of that growth! We specialize in a number of areas from agricultural, civil and structural engineering to water resources, reality data capture and GIS solutions.
Start Your Journey with R/M Today! Are you ready to "make community possible" and kickstart a rewarding career? Watch Video and learn more about what life at OD – R&M is all about!