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Assistant Engineer

Actalent
Santa Clarita, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/17/2026
Job Title: Assistant EngineerJob Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Engineer to join our team. This role involves performing basic engineering and drafting tasks on various projects, applying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria as part of broader assignments. The position offers opportunities for internal career growth and exposure to large projects within a welcoming yet focused work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform specific assignments designed to develop engineering knowledge and skills.
  • Apply standard practices and techniques on specific tasks with limited exercise of engineering judgment required on work details.
  • Perform QA QC on assigned tasks, reviewing, checking, and correcting errors before submitting to a supervisor.
  • Receive close supervision on new aspects of assignments, with techniques and procedures selected by the supervisor for non-routine work.
  • Stay abreast of new developments and methods affecting assigned engineering tasks by attending training workshops to expand knowledge in all areas of engineering.
  • Perform other related duties as deemed necessary.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college.
  • Demonstrated competence in the understanding and application of mathematics and engineering principles and theory to projects.
  • Competence in the operation of CADD, engineering, and office software.
  • Basic knowledge in applying graphic standards, techniques, and principles to specific plans.
  • Understanding of QA QC processes and their application to projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Preference for candidates who have completed the E.I.T. examination.
  • Experience in civil engineering, design, land development, and grading.

Work Environment

The work environment is a welcoming but quiet office with a team size of 15-20. The dress code is business casual, and the standard work hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement. Benefits include a competitive package with bonuses per project, insurance, a 401(k) plan, two weeks of paid time off, and eight paid holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valencia, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.06/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 hybrid position in Valencia,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $31 - $36

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