Civil Engineer

Job Title: Civil Engineer Job Description
This Civil Engineer role focuses on supporting a wide range of site and land development projects, including commercial, residential, industrial, and mixed-use developments. You will assist with the preparation of detailed civil engineering plans and construction documents, perform engineering calculations, and support permitting efforts with local and state agencies. Working closely with project managers, senior engineers, and external stakeholders, you will help ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers strong opportunities for professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to impactful infrastructure and land development projects.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation of site civil engineering plans, including grading, drainage, utility, stormwater management, and erosion control designs.
- Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop detailed construction documents and engineering drawings.
- Support permitting efforts by preparing applications and coordinating with local, state, and regulatory agencies.
- Perform engineering calculations related to site layout, stormwater management, and utility design.
- Coordinate with project managers, clients, architects, and other consultants throughout project development.
- Conduct site visits and field investigations to gather project data and support construction activities.
- Assist with the design of commercial, residential, industrial, and mixed-use land development projects.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards, workflows, and project delivery processes.
Essential Skills
- 2+ years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on land development or site development projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for preparing engineering drawings and construction documents.
- Hands-on experience with drainage design, grading design, utility location and layout, and stormwater management.
- Strong understanding of site civil engineering principles, including grading, erosion control, and utility coordination.
- Ability to perform engineering calculations related to stormwater management, site layout, and utility design.
- Effective communication skills to coordinate with project managers, clients, architects, and other consultants.
- Ability to conduct site visits and field investigations and translate findings into practical design solutions.
- EIT or PE license (Engineering-in-Training or Professional Engineer).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience supporting permitting processes with local, state, and regulatory agencies.
- Familiarity with commercial, residential, industrial, and mixed-use land development projects.
- Ability to manage time effectively and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
- Interest in professional growth and development within civil engineering and land development.
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to work closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
Work Environment
You will work in a professional engineering environment that combines office-based design work with periodic site visits and field investigations. The role involves regular use of AutoCAD and Civil 3D, as well as other standard office and engineering software tools. You will collaborate closely with project managers, senior engineers, architects, and external consultants in a team-oriented setting. The position offers structured opportunities for growth, a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) and full benefits, and 13 paid holidays. The work focuses on a variety of land development projects, providing exposure to diverse project types and technical challenges in a supportive and growth-focused culture.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chester, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Chester,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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