Civil Engineer in Training

cushingterrell; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell in Seattle is seeking a Civil Engineer in Training to produce construction documents for civil site projects. You will draft site plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam, prepare calculations, and research jurisdictional requirements under a senior engineer.

You will help create plans, specs, and technical memorandums for site systems and water/wastewater design, support construction administration, and grow your independent technical foundation within a growing Seattle civil

Qualifications

• ABET accredited degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 1 year of related job experience within the US.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam, Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to apply engineering concepts to real world applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing.
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations.
• Solid understanding of civil engineering fundamentals.
• Has passed FE exam (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support licensed project engineers on the design of civil site projects.
• Plan layouts for small scale projects and coordinate deliverables across departments.
• Research jurisdictional requirements to inform project design decisions.
• Prepare project plans and specifications using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.
• Perform engineering calculations to support project design.
• Draft technical memorandums and reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
• Support construction administration, including onsite field observation.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comunicación

Ability to apply engineering concepts

Ability to perform basic engineering

Civil engineering fundamentals

Education

ABET accredited degree in Civil Engineering

FE exam (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Outlook

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Civil Engineer in Training

Position Description

As a Civil Engineer in Training, you will join our Seattle office to produce construction documents for civil site projects, working onsite alongside our design team. What does this role involve day to day? You will use AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam to draft site plans, prepare engineering calculations, and research jurisdictional requirements, all under the guidance of a senior engineer.

What will you create? You will help produce plans, specifications, and technical memorandums for site systems and water and wastewater design across a variety of building construction projects. Our Seattle civil group is growing, so this is a chance to help shape that growth while building your own technical foundation.

What does success look like in year one? You will be comfortable producing accurate construction documents, contributing engineering calculations that require minimal revision, and supporting construction administration tasks including onsite field observation with growing independence.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000 annually.

Required Qualifications**

• ABET accredited degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 1 year of related job experience within the US
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam, Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to apply engineering concepts to real world applications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations
• Solid understanding of civil engineering fundamentals

Preferred Qualifications**

• Has passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Position Responsibilities***

• Support licensed project engineers on the design of civil site projects
• Plan layouts for small scale projects and coordinate deliverables across departments
• Research jurisdictional requirements to inform project design decisions
• Prepare project plans and specifications using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office
• Perform engineering calculations to support project design
• Draft technical memorandums and reports summarizing findings and recommendations
• Support construction administration, including onsite field observation

Working at Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, 'design meets you.' Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CushingTerrell_Benefits-Guide_2025.pdf

Things to Note

*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.