Civil Engineering Design

Civil Design Engineer

Design Projects. Deliver Quality.
you will contribute to land development projects from early design through construction while developing your technical expertise and working alongside experienced engineers and project managers. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality designs that support our commitment to Service Above the Standard .
For over 23 years, LDC has delivered high-quality civil engineering solutions across the Pacific Northwest. As we continue to grow, we are looking for motivated engineers who take pride in their work, value collaboration, and want to build a strong foundation for their career.

The Civil Design Engineer performs design and technical work for residential, commercial, public, and utility infrastructure projects. This position applies engineering principles to develop calculations, plans, specifications, reports, and construction documents while coordinating with project managers, principal engineers, and other technical staff.

President with direct supervision from Principal Engineer

Prepare site grading, roadway, utility, stormwater, and site development designs.
Perform stormwater conveyance, quantity, and quality modeling.
Design sanitary sewer, water, and stormwater conveyance systems.
Prepare engineering calculations, technical memoranda, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting documentation.
Coordinate engineering designs with survey, planning, permitting, and other project disciplines.
Review engineering plans and supporting documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate resulting comments into project deliverables.
Maintain organized electronic project files in accordance with company standards.
Occasionally visit project sites to observe construction progress and verify conformance with plans and specifications.

Project Support
Coordinate assigned work with project managers and other technical staff.
Expand engineering expertise through increasingly complex assignments.
Applies sound engineering judgment and solution-oriented problem-solving skills.
Maintains current knowledge of applicable engineering codes, regulations, and design standards.
Produces accurate, high-quality engineering documents.
Demonstrates proficiency in applicable engineering design software.
Uses Microsoft Office Suite effectively.

Demonstrates accountability for assigned work, deadlines, and work quality.
Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Builds and maintains positive professional relationships with clients, coworkers, and project partners.
Protects sensitive company, client, and project information and maintains appropriate confidentiality.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering.
Three (3) or more years of civil engineering design experience.
Site development experience preferred.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer, printer, copier, and telephone.
Ability to perform repetitive, fine hand and arm movements associated with computer use and document handling.
Ability to occasionally travel to project sites, client meetings, and jurisdictional offices.
Ability to traverse active construction sites while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Competitive salary + performance-based bonus opportunities

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Generous paid time off + paid holidays
• You are trusted to take ownership of your design work and technical decisions

You contribute to real projects that move from concept through construction
You gain exposure to multiple project types and disciplines
You work directly with experienced project managers and engineers
You have a clear path toward technical leadership and project management