Job Description

At AKS Engineering & Forestry , we're all about building better communities-literally. We help shape neighborhoods, create spaces for businesses, and design the infrastructure that makes life better for everyone. As a locally owned firm, we've spent the past 30 years partnering with public and private clients to deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the Pacific Northwest.

On to the exciting news! We are looking for a full-time Civil Engineer (Entry Level) to work alongside our Project Engineers. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience drafting and designing a variety of projects-residential, industrial, commercial, educational, recreational, and public works-while learning from a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. If you are looking to join a well-respected and talented team of professionals in a dynamic organization, consider kickstarting your career with AKS!What You'll Do

• Design streets and utilities in line with state, county, and city standards.
• Run hydrology/hydraulic calculations for designing stormwater management systems.
• Prepare stormwater run-off calculations, designs, and reports.
• Use Civil 3D for drafting tasks, including importing points, creating line work, setting up and adjusting alignments, grading, running earthwork calculations, and managing survey points.
• Generate and compile submittal packages for land use applications, construction plans, survey records, and more.
• Conduct research on surveys and utilities to support project planning and design.
• Occasionally gain hands-on experience in the field to learn AKS procedures for construction inspection, construction staking, topographic, and boundary surveys.
• Drive a company-owned vehicle (must have a valid Driver's License).

Who You Are

• A minimum of 0-2 years of civil drafting experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple deadlines, stay organized, and keep projects moving efficiently.
• Takes ownership of delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
• Confident in building and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues.

Nice to Have

• Engineer-In-Training certification.
• Beginning to intermediate skills in Civil 3D.
• Proficient with Bluebeam for reviewing and marking up plans and documents.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite.

Why AKS?
At AKS, we believe your work should support your life-not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:

• Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
• Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
• Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
• Benefits That Care: You'll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being-plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
• Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates-we believe food brings people together.
• Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
• A Place People Love to Work: We've been named one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Washington year after year-for good reason.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future. AKS Engineering & Forestry

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