Senior Civil Engineer | Portland, OR
Senior Civil Engineer | Portland, OR
About the Company
A Portland metro-based civil engineering and community planning firm consistently recognized as one of Oregon's best places to work is growing its senior engineering team. The culture is tight-knit, people-first, and genuinely invested in professional growth, mentorship, and promoting from within. Project work spans residential, commercial, transportation, parks, education, infrastructure, and renewable energy across the Northwest.
The Role
A senior-level engineering position with technical leadership responsibilities across a diverse portfolio of public and private projects. You'll own project delivery, mentor junior staff, and serve as a go-to technical expert within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, calculations, and technical reports across all project phases
- Lead design work across site drainage, pipe sizing, water and sanitary sewer systems, grading, street design, erosion control, and permitting
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, industry partners, and jurisdictions
- Review project documents for quality and technical accuracy
- Train and mentor junior engineering staff
- Support construction administration through site visits, meetings, and inspections
- Serve as a technical expert and occasional supervisor to support project goals
Required Qualifications
- Oregon PE license (or ability to obtain within six months)
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field (or equivalent)
- 8+ years of experience in planning, design, and/or construction supervision of public works, commercial, transportation, stormwater, or subdivision projects
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Strong technical capabilities, organizational skills, and problem-solving ability
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with design standards and permitting in the Portland metro and SW Washington areas
- Washington State PE license
- Understanding of the land use entitlement process
- Experience with Vehicle Tracking, AutoTURN, ArcGIS, and Bluebeam
- CESCL certification
- Experience designing LID features on public and private projects
Compensation
- $110,000 to $140,000 depending on experience
Interested?
This role is being managed confidentially. To learn more or express interest, reach out directly to Luke Merickel
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