Civil Engineer - EIT/PE - Land Development
Civil Engineer | Portland, OR
About the Company
A growing Pacific Northwest civil engineering consultancy known for its collaborative culture and diverse project portfolio is adding to its teams in both Portland and Seattle/Greater Seattle. The firm works across public and private sectors on transportation, utility, school, commercial, residential, renewable energy, and site development projects throughout Oregon and Washington.
The Role
A hands-on civil engineering position supporting all phases of project design and delivery across a varied portfolio. A good fit for an engineer early in their career looking to build broad experience across multiple project types and disciplines.
Responsibilities
- Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and technical reports
- Site grading, drainage and utility design, and erosion control
- Permitting, agency coordination, and tracking permit requirements throughout project lifecycles
- Support construction administration through site visits, meetings, and inspections
Required Qualifications
- Oregon or Washington PE license or EIT working toward licensure (ability to obtain PE within six months preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 4+ years of relevant civil engineering experience
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication skills with internal teams, clients, and agency staff
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with design standards and permitting in the Portland metro, SW Washington, or Western Washington areas
- Understanding of the land use entitlement process
- Experience with Vehicle Tracking, ArcGIS, and Bluebeam
- CESCL certification
- Experience designing LID features on public and private projects
Compensation
- $75,000 to $130,000 depending on experience
- Full benefits package
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.Â
That's why we recommend registering your resume so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.Â
Yes, we help with resume and interview preparation. From customized support on how to optimize your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.