Civil Engineer in Seattle

Energy Jobline ZR; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance including Dental &amp

Long & Short-Term Coverage

Paid Vacation & Holidays PTO

SIMPLE IRA Match

Overtime Pay

Bonus Program

Job summary

Wilson Engineering seeks a Civil Engineer to join our team in Washington and Alaska, focusing on water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation and public infrastructure projects, from planning through construction.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of design experience, a PE license, and strong communication skills to work with communities, clients and agencies. Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling, and GIS is a plus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of civil engineering design experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer license.
• Experience with municipal infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling, GIS or related tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering calculations, design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Assist with design of municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and site civil projects.
• Support preparation of facility plans, analyses, and funding documents.
• Coordinate with project team, clients, and agencies.
• Perform site visits, field investigations, and construction observation.
• Assist with permitting and regulatory coordination.

Skills

Project management

Technical communication

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Site visits willing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydraulic modeling

GIS

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Wilson Engineering is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our team. We are a civil engineering consulting firm serving municipal clients throughout Washington and Alaska, with a focus on water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and public infrastructure projects. This position is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving practical problems, working directly with communities, and contributing to projects from planning through design and construction.

Position Summary

This position will assist with the planning, design, permitting, and construction support of municipal infrastructure projects. Work may include water systems, wastewater collection and treatment, pump stations, stormwater facilities, roadways, site civil improvements, and related public works projects.

The ideal candidate is technically capable, detail-oriented, communicative, and interested in growing within a collaborative consulting environment. Depending on experience, this position may include design production, technical analysis, report preparation, construction observation, coordination with clients and agencies, and project management support.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering calculations, design drawings, specifications, technical memoranda, reports, and cost estimates.
• Assist with design of municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and site civil projects.
• Support preparation of preliminary engineering reports, facility plans, alternatives analyses, and funding documents.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, surveyors, drafters, electrical/control systems staff, subconsultants, contractors, and public agency staff.
• Perform site visits, field investigations, and construction observation.
• Assist with permitting and regulatory coordination, including local, state, and federal requirements.
• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, pay requests, and construction documentation.
• Participate in client meetings, project coordination meetings, and public works discussions.
• Help maintain project schedules, budgets, and quality control standards.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, team members, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Desired Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in civil engineering design
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer license
• Experience with municipal infrastructure projects is .
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling, GIS, or other engineering design tools is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Willingness to visit project sites and assist with construction-phase services.
• Valid driver’s license.

Experience Level

Wilson Engineering is open to candidates with a range of experience levels, from mid-level engineers to experienced senior engineers. Responsibilities will be based on qualifications and experience.

Why Join Wilson Engineering?

Wilson Engineering offers the opportunity to work on meaningful public infrastructure projects that directly benefit local communities. Our team-oriented environment allows engineers to gain hands‑on experience, work closely with experienced professionals, and develop a broad range of technical and project management skills.

We value practical engineering, responsive client service, professional growth and long‑term relationships with the communities we serve.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this position is $113,000 to $160,000 per year, depending on qualifications, licensure, and experience. Wilson Engineering offers a competitive benefits package, which may include:

• Health Insurance including Dental & Vision Care
• Long & Short-Term Coverage
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays combined as PTO with a monthly accrual rate
• SIMPLE IRA Match available to contribute with first pay
• Overtime Pay
• Bonus Program

Wilson Engineering, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to , , , , , or expression, , , , veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.