Entry Level Civil Engineer - FED/ARL
This entry-level Civil Engineer role supports federal projects in a hybrid work setting at Arlington, VA, focusing on site civil layout, grading, and utility design to address water, resiliency, and disaster recovery challenges. The position involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop site and utility plans compliant with federal standards, performing watershed analyses, and preparing engineering reports, while benefiting from expert mentorship and career growth opportunities.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
As an Entry Level Civil Engineer supporting federal projects in a hybrid capacity, you will join collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams delivering planning, engineering, architectural design, construction management, and design‑build services. Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Develop site plans, utility plans, and grading plans that meet federal design standards
- Perform watershed analyses and design stormwater management systems
- Prepare engineering assessments, calculations, and basis-of-design reports
- Coordinate project tasks with engineers, technicians, and project managers
- Ensure designs comply with regulatory codes and client standards
- Participate in site visits and client meetings as required (occasional travel)
- Collaborate with mentors to grow technical and project-delivery skills
What We’re Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office suite
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and problem-solving ability
- High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work
- Ability to work effectively on collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams
- United States Citizenship is required for this role
- Live within a commutable distance with ability to work in-person at our Fort Myer, VA office (hybrid work arrangement)
Nice to Have (Preferred)
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate
- At least one internship or relevant experience with a government agency, municipality, corporate engineering group, or consulting firm
- Interest in water resources, resiliency, and disaster recovery projects
Compensation & Employment Type
- Employment type: Full-time
- Estimated base salary: $51,755 per year (estimated)
Note: The salary shown is an estimate provided in the source posting. Actual compensation and benefits will be set by the hiring organization.
Work Environment & Additional Info
- Hybrid role based at the Fort Myer, VA office; occasional travel to project sites or client meetings may be required
- Mentorship and professional development opportunities are available to support career growth
- The position involves work on Federal Civilian and Department of Defense (DoD) projects — candidates must meet federal clearance and citizenship requirements where applicable
Employer
This role will be filled by Confidential Client. Careertakes is assisting as a third‑party recruiting platform.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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