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Civil Designer Entry-LevelFUTURE OPPORTUNITY


Job Location:

Portland, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 9 October 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 6 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

If you would like to be considered for an Entry-Level Civil Designer position in the near future in our Portland OR office apply now and your resume/application will remain in our database for future consideration. A successful candidate will be an initiative-taking individual that is interested in working in KPFFs unique entrepreneurial environment is looking for an opportunity to work on a variety of project types and wants to be challenged to stretch outside their comfort zone. At KPFF we dont believe in pigeon-holing or positions that constrain you within a strict defined box we believe that engineers should be able to practice with a minimum of organizational restriction. Based on this philosophy our employees experience the opportunity for growth that is based on their own competency passion and commitment.

 

We are passionate about developing great engineers! Well provide a supportive and positive environment to start your engineering career. We offer generous benefits a competitive salary and pay you for every hour you work.


Qualifications :

  • BSCE
  • EIT certification (preferred)
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • AutoCAD/Civil 3D experience is highly desirable
  • Strong work ethic and desire to learn
  • Work Authorization/Sponsorship - At this time KPFF is unable to provide visa sponsorship or transfer for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Additional Information :

Compensation
The base pay for this role is competitive determined by experience education and skills. KPFF also offers performance-based bonuses to recognize outstanding contributions. Additional details about the full compensation package will be provided during the interview process.

Culture and Benefits
At KPFF we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy innovation and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership teamwork and shared values creating an environment where contributions are celebrated and career growth is encouraged. We arent just colleagues; were a community dedicated to collaborative innovation providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects.

KPFF Employee Benefits

  • Medical Plan Options: Choice of Traditional PPO or HDHP with HSA covering preventive care and prescriptions.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
  • Dental & Vision: Full preventive care plus coverage for major dental services and vision allowances.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal family and work challenges.
  • Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-provided life insurance equal to one years salary plus AD&D.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF contributes 3% of salary with no match needed. 
  • Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage at 60% income fully covered by KPFF.
  • Paid Time Off: Generous PTO two floating holidays and paid company holidays.
  • Paid Family Leave: Six weeks at 60% pay with options to use PTO for full income.

Additional Perks

  • Professional Development: Individual development budget weekly lunch-and-learns and monthly social events.
  • Hybrid Work Schedule: Options for hybrid work arrangements based on project and office needs.
  • Monthly technical educational sessions 
  • Mentorship program
  • Monthly social events
  • Winter parties and summer picnics
  • Office committee opportunities 
  • Community projects participation 
  • Offsite retreats    

Note: Each office may personalize benefits to include additional perks specific to their location.

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


About Company

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