Civil Engineer

[Job Description]
A reputable engineering consulting company in Federal Way, WA is currently hiring for a Land Development Civil Project Engineer. Any applications outside of WA will not be considered at this time . The Civil Project Engineer will support the large development of communities, residential land development, and commercial projects in the Puget Sound area. Candidates need to have 3-8 years of experience supporting civil design engineering, specifically for land development. Must have strong knowledge in layout, grading, stormwater, and utilities. EIT license is required, with a PE being highly desired. Must be interested in pursuing project management as part of career goals.
Pay - $37/hr. - $55/hr. (Depending on relevant work experience and certification)
Location - Federal Way, WA (100% On-site) - Potential to work 2 days at home down the road.
Contract Duration - 12-Month Contract-To-Hire (Many consultants have converted to permanent employees through this opportunity)
[Summary of Key Responsibilities]

• Support and lead civil design engineering for land development projects, including residential subdivisions, commercial developments, and large community projects in the Puget Sound area.
• Develop site layouts, grading plans, drainage plans, and utility designs that meet project requirements and local regulations.
• Prepare and review site development plans, including stormwater management, wastewater systems, and overall civil site design.
• Use AutoCAD and Civil 3D to produce accurate and detailed engineering drawings, models, and design documents.
• Coordinate civil design elements such as stormwater, grading, utilities, and site access to ensure constructability and compliance with Washington state and local requirements.
• Collaborate with internal team members and other disciplines to deliver integrated, high-quality design solutions.
• Assist with preparing technical reports, calculations, and documentation to support permitting and approvals.
• Apply a strong understanding of Washington stormwater requirements to design compliant systems and prepare related documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to design decisions, schedules, and project planning.
• Pursue and develop project management skills, including scope definition, schedule tracking, and coordination with clients and stakeholders.
• Support Sr engineers and project managers in delivering projects on time, within scope, and to the required quality standards.
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture by sharing knowledge, mentoring junior staff as appropriate, and engaging in continuous improvement of design processes.

[Qualification Requirements]

• ***Any applications outside of WA will not be considered at this time***.
• ***EIT Required***.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Similar.
• 3-8 years of experience supporting civil engineering for land development (non-negotiable).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Experience with grading and underground utilities design.
• Experience with stormwater is a huge bonus.
• Residential development experience is heavily preferred.
• Local experience in WA is heavily preferred.

[Employee Value Proposition]

• High growth opportunity with Ownership opportunities down the road.
• Very strong employee retention rate, with many employees being with the company for 10-20+ years.
• Excellent benefits package upon converting to a permanent employee, including profit sharing and yearly bonuses.
• 2 weeks of PTO and 9 paid holidays.
• Friendly and casual work environment. Contractors are viewed the same as permanent employees.
• Potential to work 2 days at home down the road.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Federal Way, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $55.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Federal Way,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.
About Actalent


Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.


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