Staff Civil Engineer

Socket.dev; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidized medical and dental

401k match

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Apex is seeking a Civil Engineering Staff to join our Vancouver, WA team. Early-career professionals will expand their technical skills while contributing to varied public and private projects alongside licensed engineers, project managers, and specialists in land surveying, environmental engineering, and natural resources.

You will help design and deliver infrastructure projects that positively impact the community, collaborating across disciplines and delivering construction documents and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Experience in civil engineering design for municipal works.
• Ability to perform civil engineering design tasks for municipal public works and/or private development projects.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Knowledge of stormwater analysis techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive direction on engineering tasks and maintain active communication with project managers.
• Effectively manage multiple assignments and prioritize work with input from project managers and professional engineers.
• Willingness to work in a dynamic team environment involving multiple engineering disciplines and project types.
• Preparation of construction documents for both public and private infrastructure projects.
• Prepare written technical reports to document roadway and stormwater design decisions in accordance with local, state and national standards.
• Prepare accurate stormwater models to evaluate stormwater conveyance, treatment, and detention requirements.
• Prepare utility designs for stormwater, municipal water and sanitary sewer systems
• Deliver engineering design projects using Autodesk Civil 3D software.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

HydroCAD

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes. As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

This role is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program.

We are seeking a motivated Civil Engineering Staff to join our growing team in Vancouver, WA. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are eager to expand their technical skills while working on a wide variety of public and private projects. You will collaborate with licensed engineers, project managers, and specialists in land surveying, environmental engineering, and natural resources, contributing to the design and delivery of infrastructure projects that make a lasting impact in the community.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITES

• Receive direction on engineering tasks and maintain active communication with project managers.
• Effectively manage multiple assignments and prioritize work with input from project managers and professional engineers.
• Willingness to work in a dynamic team environment involving multiple engineering disciplines and project types.
• Preparation of construction documents for both public and private infrastructure projects.
• Prepare written technical reports to document roadway and stormwater design decisions in accordance with local, state and national standards.
• Prepare accurate stormwater models to evaluate stormwater conveyance, treatment, and detention requirements.
• Prepare utility designs for stormwater, municipal water and sanitary sewer systems
• Deliver engineering design projects using Autodesk Civil 3D software.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• Experience working in a Civil Engineering related field
• Aptitude to be able to perform civil engineering design tasks associated with municipal public works projects and/or private development projects
• Flexibility and creativity in project approaches and openness to learn and develop your career
• Knowledge of stormwater analysis strategies and techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Represent yourself and the company in a professional manner

Desirable Qualifications

• Proficient skills in AutoCAD and Civil 3D highly desired.
• Obtained Engineer in Training (EIT) license or ability to obtain within one year
• Familiarity with HydroCAD stormwater modeling software
• Relevant internship or previous professional experience.

Why you'll love working for us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Engineer 1- Staff Engineer

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Annual Expected Pay Range: $72,000 — $77,000 USD

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