Civil Engineer

Actalent; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 94,558,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

HSA benefits

Job summary

Actalent, a global engineering services firm, seeks an entry‑level Civil Engineer to support planning, design, permitting and construction of landfill gas, piping, and solid waste projects in Long Beach, CA. You will work with project managers, engineers, and field crews from planning through construction.

This role emphasizes mentorship, professional growth, and exposure to environmental infrastructure, with a hybrid work arrangement and hands‑on field opportunities to build technical and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Civil Engineering.
• 3+ months of engineering, internship, or related practical experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCad and MS Office (Excel/Word).

Responsibilities

• Assist with field activities including drilling oversight, probe and well installation, borehole logging, monitoring, sampling, and well development.
• Conduct construction quality assurance observations and inspections to verify compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Support preparation and review of engineering calculations, technical reports, design plans, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and clients throughout project execution.
• Collect, compile, and analyze field and project data for environmental investigations, compliance programs, and engineering studies.
• Assist with preparing permit applications, agency submittals, and regulatory responses.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and provide support for civil and piping system designs.
• Participate in field assignments and construction oversight activities that provide valuable real-world project experience.

Skills

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MS Word

Engineering communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Civil Engineer (Entry-Level / Junior)Build Your Career While Making a Lasting Environmental Impact

Are you an early-career Civil Engineer looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to meaningful environmental infrastructure projects? We are seeking a motivated Civil Engineer to join a growing team and support the planning, design, permitting, and construction of landfill gas, piping, and solid waste projects. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to develop both your technical and field engineering skills in a collaborative environment that values mentorship, professional growth, and innovation. One will work on projects that support environmental sustainability while gaining exposure to engineering design, construction oversight, regulatory compliance, and client interaction.

About the Company

A 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm specializing in environmental, civil, and infrastructure projects that help improve and protect the natural environment. Their team is dedicated to delivering smart, practical climate and environmental solutions for public and private sector clients. With a strong commitment to employee development, collaboration, and technical excellence, they provide opportunities for engineers to build rewarding, long-term careers while contributing to projects that make a positive difference in communities across the country.

What You'll Do

As a Civil Engineer, you'll work closely with project managers, engineers, clients, and contractors while supporting projects from planning through construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with field activities including drilling oversight, probe and well installation, borehole logging, monitoring, sampling, and well development.
• Conduct construction quality assurance observations and inspections to verify compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Support preparation and review of engineering calculations, technical reports, design plans, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and clients throughout project execution.
• Collect, compile, and analyze field and project data for environmental investigations, compliance programs, and engineering studies.
• Assist with preparing permit applications, agency submittals, and regulatory responses.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and provide support for civil and piping system designs.
• Participate in field assignments and construction oversight activities that provide valuable real-world project experience.

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 3+ months of engineering, internship, or related practical experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCad
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Technical writing and report preparation skills.
• Basic understanding of piping systems, pipelines, civil infrastructure, water distribution, or wastewater systems.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in both office and field environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Civil 3D.
• Exposure to landfill gas, natural gas, solid waste, or environmental projects.
• Water or wastewater engineering experience.
• Interest in pursuing or obtaining Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) certification.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced consulting environment.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role offering a balance of office collaboration and hands-on field experience.

• Approximately 50% office-based and 50% field-based work.
• In-office presence expected at least once per week.
• Field assignments may range from day trips to multi-day project support activities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and navigate uneven terrain is required.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both technical engineering work and getting into the field to see projects come to life.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Long Beach, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $40.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Long Beach,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.