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Job Posting – Civil Design Engineer (Transit Infrastructure | Hybrid NYC)

Join a collaborative civil engineering team shaping NYC’s transit infrastructure.

We’re hiring a Civil Design Engineer with 6–9 years of experience to support major transit projects, including the Second Avenue Subway. This hybrid role offers technical depth, project diversity, and long-term growth opportunities.

About the Role

You’ll work on a team of engineers and technicians to design and evaluate transit infrastructure systems. Responsibilities include preparing calculations, drawings, and cost estimates, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with design codes and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

+ Perform civil design, evaluations, and engineering calculations

+ Prepare drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates

+ Conduct site inspections and investigations

+ Research and review design options for technical and financial impact

+ Prepare engineering reports and project documentation

+ Support design for subway, rail, and transit-related projects

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

+ 6–9 years of civil design experience

+ Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D

+ Experience with stormwater management, grading, drainage, utility design, and erosion control

+ Familiarity with HydroCAD and engineering calculations

+ Strong communication and organizational skills

+ PE certification preferred

Work Environment & Benefits

+ Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote

+ First week in-office training

+ Competitive salary with annual raises and bonuses

+ 3+ weeks vacation, floating holiday, paid sick leave

+ 401(k) match, medical/dental/vision (80% employer-paid)

+ Parking or public transit allowance

+ Collaborative team culture with mentorship opportunities

Ready to help shape NYC’s transit infrastructure and grow your civil engineering career? Apply today and join a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and long-term development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $66.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 1, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.