Entry-Level Civil Engineer - Waterfront & Port Projects

KPFF Consulting Engineers; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Professional development education opp

Monthly social events

Professional Licensure Recognition

Winter parties and summer picnics

Community projects participation

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Tacoma, WA is seeking an entry-level Civil Engineer to join our Special Projects Group. You will work on meaningful waterfront and port infrastructure projects, mentored by senior engineers, with opportunities to grow your technical and professional skills.

Based in Tacoma, you will collaborate across disciplines on stormwater, habitat restoration, and clean power infrastructure for cruise terminals, contributing to sustainable solutions for the Puget Sound region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Willingness to work on a variety of projects.
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on meaningful projects where you'll see your impact, from designing stormwater systems and habitat restorations that protect the Puget Sound to creating clean power infrastructure for cruise terminals that welcome visitors from around the world.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on innovative projects including port facilities, fisheries habitat restoration, small boat harbors, marinas, and railway infrastructure.
• Address real-world challenges using both proven methods and emerging technologies, with mentorship from experienced engineers who want to see you succeed.
• Contribute to waterfront and industrial developments that balance economic growth with environmental stewardship, projects that help shape Tacoma’s and the Pacific Northwest’s sustainable future.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Tacoma, WA is seeking an entry-level Civil Engineer to join our Special Projects Group. You will work on meaningful waterfront and port infrastructure projects, mentored by senior engineers, with opportunities to grow your technical and professional skills.

Based in Tacoma, you will collaborate across disciplines on stormwater, habitat restoration, and clean power infrastructure for cruise terminals, contributing to sustainable solutions for the Puget Sound region.