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Civil Engineer

3J Consulting
University, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026

Who We Are

3J Consulting is an established and growing civil engineering and planning firm with strong roots in the Pacific Northwest. We believe employee happiness is a result of staying true to our values – and in turn, leads us toward our mission of Growth.

Growing Our Communities | Growing Our Capabilities | Growing Our People

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Civil Engineer with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience to join our collaborative team. In this role, you will support a variety of multi-disciplinary public and private projects, including transportation, utility, school, commercial, residential, renewable energy, and other site/land development efforts.

You will assist in all phases of project design and delivery including preparing plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and technical reports. Responsibilities also include site grading, drainage and utility design, erosion control, permitting, and agency coordination. You will track permitting requirements and schedules throughout each project and support construction administration through site visits, meetings, and inspections.

Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Required Qualifications

  • Registered Civil Engineer in the State of Washington, or the ability to obtain registration within six months
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, or a combination of equivalent training and experience
  • Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a project team
  • Effective communication skills with internal teams, clients, and agency staff
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with design standards used by jurisdictions and agencies in Southwest Washington metro areas
  • Understanding of the land use entitlement process
  • Oregon PE license, or the ability to obtain within six months, is a plus
  • Experience using Vehicle Tracking, ArcGIS, and Bluebeam
  • Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL)
  • Experience designing and implementing Low Impact Development (LID) features in both public and private projects

What We Offer

  • Annual Salary: $100,000-$130,000 depending on experience (exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered for a Senior Civil Engineer position, with compensation up to $140,000 )
  • Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 401K plan with company match
  • PTO and 9.5 paid holidays
  • Paid annual dues for professional licensure and organizations
  • Fun, collaborative & team-oriented culture
  • Mentorship & supportive leadership
  • Free parking

How to Directly Apply

Please submit a detailed resume to careers@3j-consulting.com that includes:

  • All relevant employment and volunteer experience
  • A list of certifications, registrations, and accreditations
  • Descriptions of at least five recent or significant projects, including your specific role and a brief project summary

3J Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer

  • We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Diversity strengthens our team, our work, and the communities we serve.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering (or related) and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience?
  • Will you be able to reliably commute to University Place, WA for this job?
  • Do you have a valid Professional Engineer license in Washington State or the ability to get one within 6 months?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000

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