Civil Project Engineer - Entry Level

AHBL, Inc.AHBL, Inc.Tacoma, Washington, United States
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Posted

9/29/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$33 - $45/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

You will collaborate with clients and team members to prepare civil engineering designs and calculations for site developments, roads, and utility improvements. The role involves managing projects from concept through construction across various sectors including municipal, educational, and healthcare facilities.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and possess an EIT certification. Proficiency in AutoCAD and strong communication skills are required to effectively drive projects to completion.

Key skills

Civil engineeringAutoCADSite developmentStormwater managementGradingDrainageSanitary sewer designWater utility designTechnical communicationProject managementProblem-solvingCivil 3DStormwater modelingWWHMMGS Flood

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About AHBL, Inc.

Industry

Civil Engineering

Employees

125

Type

Privately Held

Size

51-200 employees

AHBL was founded in 1969 to bring a collaborative approach to the development of built environments. AHBL offers services in civil engineering, structural engineering, landscape architecture, community planning and land surveying. The firm is headquartered in Tacoma and has offices in Seattle, Spokane and Tri-Cities. Markets served include military, educational, civic, public works, housing, and commercial.

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EngineeringConstruction

Description

Step into a role where your talent drives real-world impact. At AHBL, we’re looking for professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment and see every project as an adventure. If you enjoy working closely with clients and cross-functional teams to bring projects from concept to construction, we want to meet you! At AHBL, we don’t just shape cities—we help to build vibrant communities where the work is rewarding. Our teams enjoy coming to work and flourish through innovation and creativity. Since 1969, our multi-discipline firm has delivered innovative solutions in engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and land surveying. Our team is passionate about creative problem-solving, and we take pride in the meaningful, diverse projects we deliver. WHAT YOU WILL DO In this role you will work on a wide range of projects, including public K-12 schools, higher education, municipal buildings, stormwater, retrofits/parks, Department of Defense, and healthcare facilities. You will collaborate with clients and other team members in preparing civil engineering designs and calculations for site developments, local roads, stormwater, and utility improvements, including grading, drainage, sanitary sewer, water, and other related work. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR A high level of organization and communication to help us drive projects to completion. Diligent attention to detail because the details are what make a project successful. A desire to make a positive impact in the communities we serve. Motivation to meet our clients’ deadlines and rise to the occasion when the pressure is on. Here's our list of must-haves: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering EIT Experience with AutoCAD Strong written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn Anything on this list would be an asset, but is not required: Familiarity with stormwater modeling using WWHM, MGS Flood and other software Familiarity with Civil 3D Experience preparing storm drainage reports COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The salary range for this position is dependent on which of our internal company levels the selected candidate aligns with. This role could be filled by candidates at either a Project Engineer I or Project Engineer II level, and the hiring team will determine which level is most appropriate for each candidate based on their relevant background and experience. Actual pay will be based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Project Engineer I - $32.93 - $41.35 per hour Annual discretionary performance-based bonus. 100% paid employee medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance and long-term disability protection. Subsidized dependent coverage. Option of PPO health plan or HDHP with Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution. Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits. PTO is accrued at 16.5 days (132 hours) annually for new hires. 8 company-paid holidays each calendar year. Discretionary company-matched 401(k) plan. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Additional voluntary benefits include voluntary hospital indemnity coverage, voluntary accident insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance. WHY AHBL? We offer a fun and friendly atmosphere with team outings and ensure that the work is always enjoyable. We encourage out of the box thinking and innovative approaches to every project. Our teams celebrate successes and support each other through challenges. Our projects are primarily in the Pacific Northwest, so our work shapes the communities where we live and work. We offer continuous learning and professional development to advance your career. AHBL is committed to the principles of equal opportunity by providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We provide equal opportunity to all candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, mental or physical disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. AHBL will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that covered individuals, including protected veterans and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities. AHBL will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us.

Requirements

  • •Civil engineering
  • •AutoCAD
  • •Site development
  • •Stormwater management
  • •Grading
  • •Drainage
  • •Sanitary sewer design
  • •Water utility design
  • •Technical communication
  • •Project management
  • •Problem-solving
  • •Civil 3D
  • •Stormwater modeling
  • •WWHM
  • •MGS Flood

Benefits

  • •Medical insurance
  • •Dental insurance
  • •Vision insurance
  • •Prescription coverage
  • •Life insurance
  • •Long-term disability protection
  • •Health Savings Account
  • •Flexible Spending Account
  • •Paid Time Off
  • •Company-paid holidays
  • •401(k) plan
  • •Employee Assistance Program
  • •Hospital indemnity coverage
  • •Accident insurance
  • •Critical illness insurance

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