Entry Level Civil Engineer

Seeking a dedicated and skilled Staff Engineer to join our Site Design department in Madison, WI. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and will be responsible for plan production, site grading, and utility design using Civil3D. This position involves working under a Professional Engineer (PE) to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and design of civil engineering projects.
• Perform grading and utility design using Civil 3D software.
• Collaborate with the Site Design team to develop project plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to gather data and assess project requirements.
• Review projects to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Support the PE in various engineering tasks and project management activities.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D software desired.
• 1-4 years of experience with site design and land development projects.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal engineering standards and regulations.
• Previous internship or work experience in a civil engineering role
• Strong understanding of grading and utility design principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a professional engineering setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $95000.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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.

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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 : $75,000 - $95,000