Civil Design Engineer

Company: Actalent
Location: Bel Air
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Civil Design Engineer Job Description We are seeking a Civil Design Engineer with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent design-based degree. This role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in the design and construction of site/civil, land development, and infrastructure projects. Experience in the Wilmington, Baltimore, and Washington DC corridor is preferred. The ideal candidate will possess strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint. A solid understanding and use of hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software are essential. The candidate must have strong written, oral, and graphic communication skills to effectively interface with public agencies, clients, sub-consultants, and staff. Responsibilities Conduct quality control reviews of engineering plans, calculations, and reports. Lead project engineering and design on various projects. Represent projects with city, county, state, and federal agencies. Undertake utility design work including storm drain, sanitary sewer, water, and conduits. Design stormwater management and erosion and sediment control plans. Handle maintenance of traffic, layout, grading and earthwork, cost estimating, plan and permit processing, and technical writing. Assist with preparation of weekly schedules and task coordination. Provide training and mentoring to staff. Coordinate the design review process and permitting through outside agencies and assist with client coordination. Essential Skills Minimum of 3 years' experience with Civil 3D design. At least 2-3 years of experience in land development, stormwater management, sediment control, and grading. Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Strong communication skills for interfacing with various stakeholders. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in the private sector is preferred, but public sector experience is also valued. Experience in the Wilmington, Baltimore, and Washington DC corridor is a plus. Degrees in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering are preferred but not required. Work Environment The role requires working in the office 3 days a week. You will be part of a land development team comprising approximately 25 people. The company offers a dynamic environment with numerous projects, providing every engineer and designer with project management experience and opportunities for mobility. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bel Air, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Bel Air,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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