Civil Engineering Designer

KPFF Seattles Civil Team designs sites that enable land to be developed for commercial residential institutional and recreational purposes. We also design critical public and private infrastructure systems that support the built and natural environments including district energy regional storm drainage facilities utility grids and trails. We support projects ranging from feasibility evaluations and master planning to design permitting and construction. Our group works in close collaboration with owners architects landscape architects and other engineering disciplines to build a more sustainable resilient and thriving community.

Located in downtown Seattle our Civil Engineering team is seeking an Entry Level Civil Engineering Designer. This position will provide the opportunity for you to dive headfirst into real-world projects from day one. Youll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the design and development of civil infrastructure across the Pacific Northwest and beyond; as well as:

• Contribute to the planning design permitting and refinement of land development and infrastructure projects from concept to completion.
• Gain hands-on experience while learning directly from licensed professional engineers.
• Apply core engineering principles and advanced mathematical techniques to tackle real-world challenges.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Build expertise in navigating federal state and local regulations while aligning with KPFFs and our clients standards and practices.
• Join client meetings and site visits to gain exposure to project development and stakeholder engagement.
• Participate in KPFFs Forefront program our commitment to mentorship lifelong learning and career development.
• Thrive in a vibrant inclusive and collaborative team environment that values creativity curiosity and excellence.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications:

• An ABET accredited bachelors degree in civil (preferred) or environmental engineering
• 0-3 years experience working under a licensed professional engineer
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or scheduled date for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Passionate about providing exceptional client service

Desired Qualification:

• Coursework and/or familiarity with AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
• Coursework and/or familiarity with stormwater hydrology modeling.

Additional Information :

Physical Demands:

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Occasionally visiting project and construction sites may involve walking standing kneeling or navigating uneven terrain.
• Traveling to project sites or client meetings which may involve driving or flying.

Compensation:

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidates experience education and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $78000 - $90000 annually.

Additionally we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process well provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

Benefits provided by KPFF include:

• An excellent 401K retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance with a no-premium option
• Vision insurance with a no-premium option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
• Dependent care FSA option
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
• 10 vacation days annually which increases with years of service.
• 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
• Up to one-week (five business days) paid jury duty per year.
• Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
• Travel accident insurance
• Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed ethnicity national origin religion marital status sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity) pregnancy veteran status citizenship status physical or mental disability or any other protected basis.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time