Civil Engineer

Actalent; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer / Project Engineer for rail and transit design in New York City. You will lead conceptual, permitting, and final design, delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions across transportation, stormwater, and site development projects.

You will work with DOT, DDC, and DEP to ensure compliance and success. The role emphasizes design excellence, detailed specifications, cost estimates, and strong client collaboration to meet project deadlines in a

Qualifications

• Experience designing rail and transit projects in urban environments.
• Ability to develop studies and technical reports across multiple project phases.
• Experience working with DOT, DDC, DEP or similar public agencies.
• Proficient in civil design tasks for transportation, highway/roadway and stormwater systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute conceptual, permitting, and final design for rail and transit projects in New York City.
• Provide civil engineering design services conforming to codes, standards and agency requirements.
• Develop engineering studies and technical reports for multiple project phases.
• Prepare detailed technical specifications for transportation, highway and stormwater projects.
• Develop construction cost estimates and support budgeting for infrastructure projects.
• Perform roadway and highway design, including geometry and alignment.

Skills

Rail & transit design

Public agency experience

Project management

Client coordination

Technical reporting

Education

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Bentley MicroStation

OpenRoads

Job description

Job Title: Civil Engineer / Project Engineer Rail and Transit Design

This role offers an opportunity for experienced Civil Engineers and Project Engineers to lead conceptual, permitting, and final design for major rail and transit projects in New York City. You will focus on transportation, highway, roadway, and stormwater infrastructure, delivering high-quality engineering design services that meet all applicable codes and standards. The position also involves preparing technical specifications, construction cost estimates, and engineering studies and reports across various stages of project development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute conceptual, permitting, and final design for rail and transit projects in New York City.
• Provide civil engineering design services that conform to applicable codes, standards, and agency requirements.
• Develop engineering studies and technical reports for multiple phases of project work.
• Prepare detailed technical specifications for transportation, highway, roadway, and stormwater projects.
• Develop construction cost estimates and support budgeting for infrastructure projects.
• Perform roadway and highway design, including geometry, alignment, and associated civil infrastructure.
• Design site civil elements such as grading, drainage, and site plans for land and site development projects.
• Support the design of bridge and related transportation structures as needed.
• Apply proficiency in Civil 3D and Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads to produce accurate design drawings and models.
• Work on projects for public agencies including DOT, DDC, and DEP, ensuring compliance with their standards and procedures.
• Handle complex technical design tasks on transportation, highway/roadway, and stormwater projects with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to project management activities, including coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with clients, building strong working relationships and responding to project needs promptly.
• Participate in a variety of fast-paced projects, managing multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement of design processes and standards within the civil engineering team.

Essential Skills

• 58 years of experience as a civil engineer designing infrastructure, roadway, highway, and transit projects.
• Demonstrated experience in rail and transit design for urban environments.
• Experienced in roadway/highway design, including transportation and stormwater projects.
• Experience working on projects for DOT, DDC, and DEP or similar public agencies.
• Ability to independently handle technical civil design tasks for transportation, highway/roadway, and stormwater systems.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D for civil design and modeling.
• Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation and OpenRoads for transportation and infrastructure design.
• Solid understanding of civil engineering principles, codes, and standards related to transportation and site civil work.
• Capability to prepare technical specifications and construction cost estimates for civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and coordinating with project stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Experience in land development and site development projects.
• Expertise in grading and drainage design for site civil projects.
• Ability to develop comprehensive site plans for infrastructure and development projects.
• Exposure to bridge design and related structural coordination.
• Project management experience, including scheduling, coordination, and client interaction.
• Interest in working in a small, growth-oriented firm where team members wear many hats.
• Motivation to take on increasing responsibility and grow quickly within a dynamic environment.

Work Environment

You will work in a fast-paced setting with a strong backlog of high-profile projects throughout the country. The firm primes most of its work, giving engineers direct exposure to clients and significant ownership of project outcomes. Team members enjoy the opportunity to work closely with colleagues, take on diverse responsibilities, and contribute meaningfully to the success of each project. The organization offers a competitive compensation structure, a comprehensive benefits package, yearly raises, and performance-based bonuses, supporting both professional growth and long-term career development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

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.

Full benefits package; medical, vision, dental, 401k

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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