Civil Design Engineer

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Take Your Design Career to the Next Level 

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.

Step Into Your New Role  

Kleinfelder is seeking a junior Civil Design Engineer to join our growing team of professionals in our Seattle (Redmond) Washington office.   The project work will be design on design-bid-build and alternative  delivery projects relating to transportation projects.

Skills and Job Responsibilities: 

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:  

• Collect data and gather information or documents
• Perform standard computations and analysis
• Perform design tasks
• Prepare drawings and visual aids
• Assist in and/or prepare material specification/selection, technical reports, plans and procedures, drawings, permit applications, project documentation, and computer aided design (CAD) work
• Observe construction activities
• Acquire basic knowledge and develop skills in assigned workstreams
• Apply prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established Kleinfelder, industry and client standards, specifications, and processes to perform assigned tasks
• Demonstrate sound engineering judgment 
• Preparation of preliminary/final engineering construction documents for a variety of projects.
• Ability to pro-actively troubleshoot and problem-solve with practical, client-focused solutions.
• Interest in Civil Engineering design of streets, storm drains, sanitary sewers, grading/earthworks, hydrology/hydraulics, erosion and sedimentation control, permitting, constructability evaluations.
• Ability to pro-actively troubleshoot and problem-solve with practical, client-focused solutions.

This position is an excellent opportunity for professional development with the opportunity to advance while supporting challenging / interesting projects, business sectors and clients.  

   Position Requirements: 

• B.S. in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution 
• Previous experience with In-Roads or Civil 3D software
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in civil engineering - preferably in the roadway design capacity with a focus on public projects
• EIT required
• PE license preferred

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.  

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:  

Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunity Act.  Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $75,005 - $98,000.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.  

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)  

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES   

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.   

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