Civil Design Engineer

Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well‑being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work‑life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at

Join the KPFF Lacey team in a fun, dynamic office setting as a motivated, energetic, and passionate civil design engineer with 4–6 years of experience who is eager to expand your design and project management skills. In addition to strong technical knowledge, other responsibilities will include research, coordination, permitting, and preparation of construction documents as well as technical specifications. This position will provide the opportunity for you to expand your design skills with a diverse array of projects in a collaborative team environment.

This position provides opportunities to work on a variety of projects for both public agencies and private developers, including:

• Commercial site development
• Parks and recreation facilities
• Multi‑family / residential development
• Water systems
• Sewer lift stations
• Roadway infrastructure
• Municipal institutions

• Site planning
• Prepare construction drawings
• Analyze and design water, sewer, and storm systems
• Site grading and stormwater management design
• Prepare technical reports
• Prepare project specifications
• Prepare project cost estimates
• Review and submit permit applications
• Provide construction administration support
• Communicate with design consultants, municipalities, contractors, and clients
• Attend site visits

• B.S. degree or higher
• P.E. license in Washington
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience
• Knowledge of codes, regulations, and standards applicable to the design and construction of major site development projects in Washington
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and collaborative skills
• Competency, accountability, and personal commitment to deliver quality work to our clients

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working on a computer, reviewing plans, or conducting site visits.
• Occasionally, it may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Occasionally, visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.

The base salary for this role is competitive, with a range of $95,000–$120,000 determined by experience, education, and skills. KPFF also offers performance‑based bonuses to recognize outstanding contributions. Additional details about the full compensation package will be provided during the interview process.

KPFF Lacey’s vision is to provide experiences that create a lasting positive impact on our people, clients, and community. We are passionate about providing a collaborative, playful, and positive environment for our employees. We believe in encouraging personal and professional growth and work hard at providing a solid structure with minimal organizational restrictions.

• Medical plan options: choice of traditional PPO or HDHP with HSA, covering preventive care and prescriptions.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA): tax‑advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Dental & vision: full preventive care, plus coverage for major dental services and vision allowances.
• Employee assistance program (EAP): free, confidential support for personal, family, and work challenges.
• Life & AD&D insurance: company‑provided life insurance equal to one year’s salary, plus AD&D.
• 401(k) retirement plan: KPFF contributes 3% of salary, with no match needed.
• Disability insurance: short‑term and long‑term coverage at 60% income, fully covered by KPFF.
• Paid time off: generous PTO, two…