Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer - Municipal Projects (Seattle, Washington)

Salary: $115,000 - $160,000 per year

Position Summary

We are seeking a Civil Engineer to join a collaborative civil engineering consulting team. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of municipal and public infrastructure projects, including water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and site civil improvements.

The ideal candidate is technically capable, detail-oriented, and a strong communicator who enjoys solving practical engineering problems and contributing to projects from planning and design through construction.

Primary Responsibilities Prepare engineering calculations, design drawings, specifications, technical memoranda, reports, and cost estimates.

Assist with the planning and design of municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and site civil projects.

Support preparation of preliminary engineering reports, facility plans, alternatives analyses, and funding documents.

Coordinate with project managers, engineers, surveyors, drafters, subconsultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Conduct site visits, field investigations, and construction observation.

Assist with permitting and regulatory coordination at the local, state, and federal levels.

Review contractor submittals, RFIs, pay requests, and other construction documentation.

Participate in project and client coordination meetings.

Assist with project schedules, budgets, quality control, and project management activities.

Communicate professionally with clients, team members, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

8+ years of civil engineering experience preferred.

Professional Engineer (P.E.) License Preferred But Not Required. Candidates with an E.I.T. certification or those currently pursuing/sitting for the P.E. exam may be considered based on relevant experience.

Experience With Municipal Infrastructure Projects Preferred. Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling, GIS, or other engineering design software is a plus.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Willingness to travel to project sites and support construction-phase activities.

Valid driver's license.

Experience Level

Candidates with a range of experience levels will be considered, from mid-level engineers to experienced senior engineers. Responsibilities and level of autonomy will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and technical capabilities.

Compensation & Benefits Salary: $115,000 - $160,000 per year, depending on qualifications, experience, and licensure.

Benefits May Include Health, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

SIMPLE IRA with employer match

Overtime pay

Bonus program