Civil Engineer

Actalent; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Herndon, VA is seeking a Civil Engineer to design and draft site plans, subdivisions, plats and related construction drawings for land development projects in residential and commercial sectors. The role emphasizes teamwork in a flexible, contract-to-hire setting out of Herndon, with opportunities to advance as you contribute to stormwater design and overall site development.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s in civil engineering, 2–3+ years of DMV land development experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2-3+ years of DMV land/site development design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Experience in land and site development design projects.
• Ability to assemble comprehensive site plans.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft site plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Assist Project Managers and senior engineers in hydraulic and stormwater planning.
• Create hydraulic models for water/sewer systems and run simulations.
• Design stormwater management, drainage, and erosion controls.

Skills

Site development design

Hydraulic design

Stormwater design

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Title: Civil Engineer

Job Description

Join a dynamic consulting firm located in Herndon, VA, specializing in land development projects for both residential and commercial sectors. As a Civil Engineer, you will have the opportunity to design and draft site plans, subdivision plans, plats, and related construction drawings. You will work in a collaborative environment to help achieve individual and client goals.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft site plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

• Assist Project Managers and Upper Level Engineers in planning and designing hydraulic and stormwater collection systems.

• Create and run electronic hydraulic models for water and sewer systems, including static and extended period simulations.

• Design stormwater management systems, including drainage and erosion control measures.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• 2-3+ years of experience with land/site development design projects in the DMV area.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

• Experience in land and site development design projects.

• Ability to put together comprehensive site plans.

Work Environment

Enjoy a flexible and laid-back work environment with an open office layout featuring cubicles. The company prides itself on being collaborative, with an open-door policy to support professional development and personal goal achievement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Herndon, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $105000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Herndon, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Herndon, VA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.