Civil Engineer in Training (EIT)

Lowe Engineers, LLC; Federal Way (WA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays

Employee ownership options

Licensure reimbursement

Performance bonuses

Job summary

MacKay is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer (EIT) to join our Federal Way team. You will design municipal infrastructure, perform calculations, and collaborate with project managers and agencies to meet project goals.

We value growth, offer a strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, licensure reimbursement, and generous paid time off, with an emphasis on ownership opportunities and a supportive, flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• EIT Certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft 365, and Google Workspace.
• Excellent computer, technical writing, communication, and customer service skills.
• Eagerness to grow beyond core engineering responsibilities and develop expertise in project management.
• Valid Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site layouts and designs in support of municipal infrastructure projects.
• Perform engineering calculations and analysis to support design decisions.
• Ensure project timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met in collaboration with project managers.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and local agencies to ensure project requirements are met.
• Review and interpret survey reports, maps, and as-built drawings.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and cost estimates.
• Stay current with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Take on increasing responsibility for project coordination, planning, and communication while maintaining engineering excellence.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Communication

Customer service

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

EIT Certification

PE licensure (intent to pursue)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Job description

At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success. We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed. We are seeking a dedicated, relationship-driven, growth-minded, Civil Engineer (EIT) to join our growing team in Federal Way, WA. In this role, you’ll collaborate with a talented group of professionals to design municipal projects for our clients. You’ll play a key part in shaping the communities we serve by delivering high-quality, thoughtful solutions. We’re seeking an individual with strong technical skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for creating a positive impact. We offer a comfortable, collaborative work environment with flexible work arrangements. We’re serious about our work – but we’re serious about fun, too. Ready to amplify your impact? Let’s talk.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare site layouts and designs in support of municipal infrastructure projects.
• Perform engineering calculations and analysis to support design decisions.
• Ensure project timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met in collaboration with project managers.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and local agencies to ensure project requirements are met.
• Review and interpret survey reports, maps, and as-built drawings.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and cost estimates.
• Stay current with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Take on increasing responsibility for project coordination, planning, and communication while maintaining engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• EIT Certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications used in civil engineering, including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft 365, and Google Workspace.
• Excellent computer, technical writing, communication, and customer service skills.
• Eagerness to grow beyond core engineering responsibilities and develop expertise in project management.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Valid Drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-4 years of engineering experience.
• EIT certification with the ability and intent to obtain PE licensure.
• Exposure to municipal and wastewater design standards and software.
• Experience performing construction inspections to verify compliance with approved plans and specifications, and preparing detailed on-site observation reports.

Why Join MacKay?

A people-first culture

At MacKay, we put people first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and do their best work. We support well-being, encourage balance, and create space for people to succeed both professionally and personally.

Meaningful work and real impact

Our teams take on complex infrastructure and environmental challenges that support critical systems and shape the places where people live and work. Every role contributes to delivering that work and making it successful.

Growth and opportunity

We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding across geographies, services, and markets. That growth creates opportunities for our employees to take on new challenges, build their careers, and contribute in new ways as the company evolves.

A strong and trusted foundation

Built on more than 50 years of experience, MacKay has developed a reputation for quality work, strong relationships, and dependable results. You’ll be part of a team with a solid foundation and a clear direction for the future.

Opportunities to share in success

We provide opportunities for employees to participate in ownership and build long-term financial value as the company grows. Our Values At MacKay, our values guide how we work, collaborate, and support one another. Honesty. We build trust through transparency, integrity, and accountability. Dedication. We are committed to the success of our team members, clients, and communities. Relationships. We foster lasting connections that strengthen our work and the teams around us.

Our Values

• Honesty. We build trust through transparency, integrity, and accountability.
• Dedication. We are committed to the success of our team members, clients, and communities.
• Relationships. We foster lasting connections that strengthen our work and the teams around us.

Who We Are

MacKay is an infrastructure and environmental services firm built on more than 50 years of experience and a growing collective of expertise. We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding our reach, strengthening our capabilities, and bringing together talented teams across the country. That growth is creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Every role at MacKay contributes to the success of our projects and the clients we serve. Whether your work is technical or operational, you are part of a team that delivers quality, builds relationships, and moves projects forward.

If this sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you.

Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations. The wage range for this position depends on experience and placement into a Civil Engineer I – Civil Engineer IV title. US Pay Range $35—$50 USD

Benefits

• Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans.
• We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Employees are eligible to participate in our company’s 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match.
• Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and are able to participate in employee ownership options.
• MacKay pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Open until filled.