Staff Engineer

PACE Engineers, Inc.; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & ESOP

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Culture that supports belonging, equity, and inclusion

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Kirkland, WA is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Engineer to join their Municipal Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have 4-9 years of civil engineering experience, preferably with a PE license. Responsibilities include developing plans and specifications, resolving design problems, and collaborating across multiple office locations. This full-time role offers a range of benefits including 401(k) and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 4 - 9 years of civil engineering experience required.
• PE preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans and inspection reports on assigned tasks.
• Resolve design problems through field investigations.
• Perform specific portions of broader assignments.

Skills

Civil Engineering experience

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Job description

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Base pay range: $85,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

Staff Engineer - Municipal

Professional

PACE Engineers (PACE) is an engineering company serving the Pacific Northwest with a comprehensive range of professional civil and structural engineering, planning, surveying, and construction management services. With offices in Kirkland and Everett, Washington, and Lake Oswego, Oregon, we are strategically positioned to optimize our reach and impact. At PACE, our strength lies in our people, and we pride ourselves on our people‑centric approach.

We are currently seeking a detail‑oriented Civil Engineer for our growing Municipal Engineering team. Our municipal team specializes in civil engineering services for municipal projects, including water and sewer, stormwater management, road and sidewalk design, and public works facilities. This role is designed to cultivate a highly valued technical expert, with a strong commitment to supporting your professional growth and career development.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Develop plans, specifications, and inspection reports as needed on assigned tasks to see that items are complete, accurate and in accordance with good engineering practice.
• Be technically involved in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigation or inspections, detailed design work, and detailed checking of design computations done by others or general coordination of specific design aspects of a project.
• Using prescribed methods, perform specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
• Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations.
• Will start to have more client interaction.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 4 - 9 years of civil engineering experience
• PE preferred
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• GIS experience is a plus
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members across multiple office locations
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) & ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Paid time off, holidays, and wellness programs
• Short & long‑term disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• Culture that supports belonging, equity, and inclusion

PACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: Civil Engineering