• Civil Engineer 2

    Actalent (Vancouver, WA)


    Job Title: Civil Engineer 2Job Description

     

    This contract Civil Engineer 2 position provides essential support to the Structural and Civil Engineering Design organization within Transmission Engineering. The role involves delivering design services to support capital improvements and general maintenance of facilities, focusing on site development, grading and drainage, erosion control, stormwater analysis, and ensuring compliance with local regulations and standards.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct site development calculations, design, and review for facility projects within the system.

    + Prepare, review, and evaluate designs for utilities, fences, gates, grading, drainage, stormwater management facilities, and erosion control.

    + Coordinate with environmental design teams to ensure compliance with standards and regulations for oil containment and stormwater systems.

    + Prepare and evaluate retaining wall design plans in collaboration with geotechnical and structural engineers.

    + Develop comprehensive final design packages for expanding and constructing civil infrastructure.

    + Identify and resolve conflicts between proposed work and existing infrastructure.

    + Support the creation and maintenance of design and specification standards.

    + Recommend and review critical engineering design parameters and methods.

    + Resolve complex interrelated problems and participate in developing alternative solutions.

    + Ensure specifications are compliant and technically accurate for construction projects.

    + Organize and analyze drawings, discuss project complexity, and provide time estimates.

    + Perform field investigations, special studies, estimating, construction inspection, and specification development.

    + Maintain, update, and revise design and engineering records.

    + Prepare and distribute design drawings, technical documents, and databases using platforms like MicroStation and Project Wise.

    + Convert existing hard copy drawings to electronic versions.

    + Document and maintain a filing system in compliance with requirements.

    + Ensure official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a directly related field.

    + 5 years of engineering and/or design experience with diversified knowledge of engineering concepts.

    + 3 years of experience in drafting using Bentley MicroStation or similar software.

    + Expertise in computer-aided drafting, including 3D design.

    + Experience in reviewing and evaluating design packages for conformance to specifications and standards.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Proficiency in Bentley ProjectWise.

    + Knowledge of engineering concepts applicable to regional transmission systems.

    Work Environment

    The team comprises motivated individuals who strive for excellence in their work while maintaining a jovial and light-hearted atmosphere. The work environment encourages a positive work-life balance, with team members expected to work hard during office hours and disconnect after. The team values collaboration and flexibility, and while the environment can be noisy with distractions, it also offers times for quiet, independent work. The office has a slower pace with flexible hours and business casual attire. Work is deadline-driven, requiring independent management of workload with minimal supervision.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Vancouver, WA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $46.00/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 hybrid position in Vancouver,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 13, 2026.

    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.