Civil Engineer

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Columbia, South Carolina, is seeking an entry-level Civil Engineer to assist in preparing engineering plans and specifications, perform basic calculations, and support design efforts using AutoCAD. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in civil engineering.
• Internship or co-op experience in civil engineering preferred.
• Exposure to stormwater modeling tools preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Internship or co-op experience preferred.
• Exposure to MicroStation, HEC-RAS, or stormwater modeling tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and reports.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analyses under supervision.
• Conduct site visits and field inspections as needed.
• Conduct site visits, field inspections, and data collection as needed.
• Assist with permitting, regulatory compliance, and coordination with clients and agencies.
• Participate in internal project meetings and collaborate with other disciplines.
• Support project managers in project delivery, including budgeting and scheduling tasks.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with AutoCAD

Familiarity with Civil 3D

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field

EIT certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months)

0–2 years of relevant experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

Job description

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and reports.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analyses under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Support design and drafting efforts using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.
• Conduct site visits, field inspections, and data collection as needed.
• Assist with permitting, regulatory compliance, and coordination with clients and agencies.
• Participate in internal project meetings and collaborate with other disciplines.
• Support project managers in project delivery, including budgeting and scheduling tasks.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• EIT certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Internship or co-op experience in civil engineering preferred.
• Exposure to relevant software such as MicroStation, HEC-RAS, or stormwater modeling tools preferred.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify