Senior Engineer (Civil or Mechanical) + Market Leader + Expansion Leadership Role

Lutz and Company is expanding its engineering footprint with a Senior Engineer who will establish and lead a new regional office in Sioux Falls. This role combines high‑impact project execution with strategic expansion into targeted markets, primarily in South Dakota, and offers relocation flexibility for the right candidate. The position carries a compensation range of USD 150,000 – 170,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Launch and head the new regional office, acting as the primary technical authority and local representative
• Lead infrastructure and process‑driven projects with a focus on wastewater treatment and conveyance systems
• Oversee utility and underground infrastructure initiatives as part of the regional portfolio
• Drive civil site development projects from concept through delivery
• Manage projects involving process plants and industrial facilities
• Lead design‑build projects from concept through construction
• Conduct and review technical designs, providing redlines and stamped reviews where applicable
• Collaborate with construction and field teams to ensure constructible, cost‑effective solutions
• Build, mentor, and lead a high‑performing local engineering and project management team
• Develop and maintain relationships with municipalities, agencies, and private‑sector clients
• Drive business development, proposals, and regional growth initiatives
• Navigate local permitting, codes, and design standards

Requirements

• Civil Engineer or Mechanical Engineer; PE license is highly preferred
• 5–7+ years of experience in process plant or industrial facility design
• Experience with design‑build or integrated engineering and construction delivery
• Proven leadership at the project, team, or office level
• Ability to balance technical work with project management and business development
• Strong communication skills and an entrepreneurial mindset

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The Opportunity

This role serves as the local technical, operational, and business leader for the new regional office. You will oversee project execution, team development, client relationships, and regional growth. The position suits a senior engineer who enjoys working across design, construction, and operations and thrives in an entrepreneurial, design‑build environment.