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Civil Design Engineer

$36.05 - $40.87 per hour

Actalent

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and refine civil site designs for commercial and residential projects, including grading, drainage, and layout.

  • Prepare detailed site plans, zoning plans, and subdivision plans in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.

  • Design and analyze stormwater management systems, including green infrastructure solutions, to ensure effective drainage and regulatory compliance.

  • Create and review stormwater and drainage calculations, reports, and supporting documentation.

  • Design septic systems and related site utilities as required for various land development projects.

  • Incorporate New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) regulations into project designs and documentation, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of current requirements.

  • Address soil erosion and sediment control requirements in design documents and coordinate with appropriate agencies for approvals.

  • Prepare documentation and design packages to obtain subdivision approvals and other necessary permits.

  • Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce accurate drawings, models, and design details for land development and infrastructure projects.

  • Collaborate directly with professional engineers and other disciplines to coordinate design elements and resolve technical issues.

  • Utilize Microsoft Office applications to prepare reports, calculations, correspondence, and presentation materials.

  • Support multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high quality standards.

  • Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by sharing technical knowledge and supporting team development.

Requirements:

  • At least 2 years of land development experience

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

  • EIT and or PE preferred but not required

  • Stormwater management experience

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Princeton, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.05 - $40.87/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 Princeton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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