Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer – Land Development & Site Design

Overview:
We are seeking a Civil Engineer to support site development and infrastructure projects from initial planning through construction. This role will focus on grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility design, permitting, and construction support for a variety of land development projects. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead site feasibility evaluations and conceptual site planning activities.
• Design grading, drainage, stormwater management, erosion control, and utility systems.
• Perform engineering calculations related to stormwater facilities, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, water distribution systems, and underground utilities.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies to obtain required permits and approvals.
• Support construction activities by providing engineering oversight, quality control, and field coordination.
• Work closely with contractors, owners, fabricators, and internal stakeholders to define project requirements, schedules, and budgets.
• Identify and resolve design and construction challenges in real time during project execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, geotechnical, surveying, and other engineering disciplines.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in civil engineering design, drafting, or analysis.
• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, AutoCAD, or Revit.
• Strong understanding of site development principles, engineering calculations, and construction documentation.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with stormwater management, grading design, drainage analysis, and land development projects.
• Knowledge of utility infrastructure, water quality design, and erosion and sediment control practices.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary project coordination involving civil, electrical, geotechnical, and surveying teams.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience supporting construction projects, including estimating, scheduling, cost control, and contractor management.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of urgency and attention to detail.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Brownsville, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/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 Brownsville, TX.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 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 Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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