Civil Engineer

About the Role

The Engineering Department at AKRF is seeking a Civil Engineer to work in our New York City office. This individual will serve a key function in helping to design commercial, residential, use, and industrial properties, along with large-scale infrastructure projects. The potential candidate will have the opportunity to work in an environment of encouragement and collaboration to help AKRF shape the future of New York.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and modification of various engineering documents including, reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates, and design plans for projects using engineering and design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc) and equipment.
• Use record documents, report, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to assess site characteristics such as hydrology, topographical and geologic data and their impact on the planning and design of projects.
• Site/Civil design including site planning, site layout, grading, drainage, utility design, stormwater management, and soil erosion and sediment control.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE).
• 2-5 years of experience.
• FE/EIT certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with, or willingness to learn and work within, AI-driven tools and environments.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, problem-solving, multitasking, and sound judgment skills.
• Reliable transportation to access job sites, on occasion, with a valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Ability to follow direction and work effectively in a collaborative team environment, actively contributing ideas for growth and improvement.
• Experience with computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation

Compensation will range from $80k to $90k, and commensurate with experience.

Why Work at AKRF

Founded in 1981, AKRF is an award-winning consulting firm with 400 planners, engineers, designers, economists, ecologists, geologists, historians, archaeologists, acousticians, and many other types of professionals guided by the belief that to be original is to be transformative.

Professionals join and remain at AKRF for our corporate-casual environment that values flexible work schedules and locations, and balances award-winning projects with social impact initiatives, charitable giving, and plenty of fun and games. We foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where employees are respected and valued in honor of their identities; we strive to deliver on this promise every day. Our cookie exchanges and ice cream socials are quite the treat.

What We Offer

We provide employees with a benefit package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The benefits program at AKRF includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Vacation and Sick time
• Flexible work schedules and locations
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Stock Ownership
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training and professional development courses
• Opportunities for community outreach through internal networks
• Charitable donation match
• Transit/parking program

Equal Opportunity Company

AKRF enforces a policy of equal employment opportunity in our daily operations. The firm has a demonstrated history of hiring, training, developing, promoting and retaining minority group members and women. All employment-related decisions are based solely on relevant criteria and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, caregiver status, military/veteran status or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.